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What is Michelle Wie West’s Net Worth in 2022?

Published 05/27/2022, 12:39 PM EDT

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Taking a look back at her career, Michelle Wie West has certainly wowed the world with her skills. Her journey makes for an inspiring story, which has somehow come to an unexpected end on the LPGA Tour. The 32-year-old icon will be taking a full-time step back from LPGA golf, spearing ahead in her life without any lingering regrets in her career.

Naturally, West’s career has been just as fulfilling for her as it has been entertaining for the fans. Her wins over the past few years are witness to the fact, making her a capable and loved player.

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Of course, success on the course also translates to success in other aspects. This includes her net worth, which is a product of her earnings and deals.

Michelle Wie West Net Worth might be more than what you think

As per Celebrity Net Worth, Michelle Wie West’s net worth is a whopping $20 million.

Out of this, her career earnings amount to $6.8 million. While the total is certainly less than that made from PGA Tour wins, her victories amount to a large chunk of her earnings. Often, taking home the win equals making millions or hundreds of thousands while on tour. One of her most iconic wins was the 2014 US Women’s Open, which earned her $720,000.

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A major chunk of her earnings is thanks to Nike. The company signed with the teenage sensation early on, paying her $20 million initially (2005). This was a four-year deal back then, earning her $5 million per year. The five-time LPGA Winner has been in collaboration with the brand ever since.

EVENTPRIZE MONEY
HSBC Women’s World Championship 2018$225,000
U.S. Women’s Open 2014$720,000
LPGA Lotte Championship 2010$255,000
CN Canadian Women’s Open 2010$337,500
Lorena Ochoa Invitational 2009$220,000

Going forward, their journey seems to continue. She will be working as an athlete collaborator, working closely with the brand over their designs. Furthermore, she will a part of their Athlete Think Tank, which features other female athletes like Serena Williams, Simone Manuel, and Sabrina Ionescu.

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Previously, West has also signed with Sony for a deal. The details, however, are not revealed.

West’s real estate boost her net worth

Her extensive real estate seems to be a highlight for West, meaning her just below a $4 million house in Jupiter, Florida, which she purchased in 2011. However, she sold this place for $4.8 million in 2019. She briefly owned a San Francisco house, which she and her spouse sold in 2021. Last year, Michelle spent $5.7 million on a mansion in Encino.

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Having said that, Wie West will sign off from her LPGA career after the US Open. Considering this was her only major win in 2014, it might be some pressure on the golfer to win. Of course, she seems at peace with her achievements and is looking to walk away on a happy note.

Do you think West might win the US Open? Let us know in the comments below.

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Devika Pawar is a Golf and NBA writer at Essentially Sports. A psychology graduate from KJ Somaiya, Devika has an experience with sportswriting at Republic World for around two years now. She loves NBA a little too much, and is a dedicated Golden State Warriors fan.
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Deepika Bhaduri

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