Counting On alum Jim Bob Duggar has been living a private life since the CSAM arrest of his son, Josh, in April 2021. Since then, numerous sources have surfaced, exposing some shocking stories about Jim Bob and the IBLP. Michelle hasn’t been active on social media like she used to.
Josh’s arrest also resulted in TLC’s decision to part ways with them. This led to many people becoming curious about how they’re generating income amid their large family. Keep reading to see Jim Bob and Michelle’s net worth today.
Counting On: Jill Duggar & Derick Dillard’s Shocking Allegations About Jim Bob
Jill and Derick previously participated in a podcast where they shared a shocking story about Jim Bob. According to the Counting On alums, they were “screwed” over by Jim Bob, adding that he lied about the family’s income. Derick added that his father-in-law continued hiding things until they figured things out.
In the book that Jill wrote, she revealed that the family earned over $8 million throughout their 10-year TV run, but she and Derick only received $175,000 of the profits, adding that it was “not the reasonable fair amount.” Some fans also worry that Jim Bob may get into trouble with the IRS for lying about their income.
Jim Bob & Michelle Duggar’s Net Worth
Jim Bob Duggar was born on July 18th, 1965, in Springdale, Arkansas. He was the son of James Lee Duggar and Mary Duggar. He grew up with wealthy parents who both owned a real estate brokerage.
The Counting On alum graduated from Siloh Christian School. Since then, he has dedicated his life to serving in the IBLP under Bill Gothard’s supervision.
Jim Bob eventually opened his own construction and real estate business, where some of his kids worked. He also pursued a political career between 1999 and 2002. Jim Bob was part of the Arkansas House of Representatives for the Sixth District during that year. According to reports, Jim Bob has a net worth of $3.5 million.
The majority of his income came from the reality show and real estate. In 2014, Jim Bob purchased a 10,186-square-foot mansion in Arkansas for $230,000. He then renovated the property and sold it for $1.53 million in 2020.
It was also reported that Michelle shares the same net worth as her husband. The married couple raised 19 children together, and most of them still support their parents.
Counting On: Michelle & Jim Bob Duggar’s Latest Sightings
Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar have been appearing more in some of their kids’ social media posts and vlogs. The two have had numerous appearances in Jana’s house renovation vlog in Nebraska.
They’ve been supportive of the newlyweds, though many fans were surprised when Jim Bob didn’t give any property to the couple, which he usually does when someone in the family gets married.
Many Counting On fans have also noticed that Jim Bob and Michelle lost some weight. It’s unclear if it’s due to the stress caused by Josh’s arrest. But Jana previously revealed that they’d been living a healthy lifestyle in the big house before she married Stephen.
