Shane Lowry was the third player to earn a European Tour as an amateur, going pro a week later in 2009. No other amateur has achieved this feat since.
So, what is Shane Lowry’s net worth in 2023? Currently, his net worth is estimated at around $22 million, with an annual salary estimated at $3.6 million USD. He’s been endorsed by companies like Immedis, Wayfarer, and Srixon/Cleveland Golf.
He also has spent a good deal on investments and personal luxuries.
Keep reading to explore Shane Lowry’s net worth and discover more about his career earnings, year-by-year winnings, personal life, and other interesting facts.
Shane Lowry’s Net Worth in 2023 & Bio
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Below is a summary of Shane Lowry’s financials and biographic information.
| Full Name | Shane Lowry |
| Born | 1987 |
| Birthplace | Clara, County Offaly, Ireland |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Weight | 225 lbs (102 kg) |
| Nationality | Irish |
| College | University College Dublin |
| Turned professional | 2009 |
| Professional wins | 6 |
| PGA Tour wins | 2 |
| Major championships | 1 – 2019 Open at Royal Portrush |
| Current World Ranking | #25 (as of 5/10/2023) |
| Career Earnings | $37,628,715.33 |
| Net Worth | $22 million |
Shane Lowry Career Earnings — Year-by-Year Distribution
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Lowry has earned winnings from both the PGA and European Tour most years since his professional career took off. The table below accounts for winnings from both tours and off-course payments.
All payments in Euros have been converted into U.S. Dollars before calculating his total earnings. As such, the exact number may vary due to fluctuations in currency conversion rates.
So, how much is Shane Lowry worth? Take a look at his earnings to get an idea.
| Year | On Course Earnings | Off Course Payments | Total |
| 2023 | $1,761,952.53 | $102,000 | $1,863,952.53 |
| 2022 | $6,703,767.56 | $3,000,000 | $9,703,767.56 |
| 2021 | $4,035,331.88 | $0 | $4,305,331.88 |
| 2020 | $1,440,064.16 | $101,000 | $1,541,064.12 |
| 2019 | $7,416,150.94 | $51,167 | $7,467,321.94 |
| 2018 | $1,667,810 | $257,500 | $1,925,310 |
| 2017 | $2,336,373.12 | $71,250 | $2,407,623.12 |
| 2016 | $2,909,536.11 | $0 | $2,909,536.11 |
| 2015 | $3,458,324.54 | $0 | $3,458,324.54 |
| 2014 | $2,139,478 | $35,500 | $2,174,978 |
| 2013 | $1,060,391.68 | $0 | $1,060,391.68 |
| 2012 | $1,089,484.94 | $0 | $1,089,484.94 |
| 2011 | $836,114.72 | $0 | $836,114.72 |
| 2010 | $579,617.01 | $0 | $579,517.01 |
| 2009 | $194,354.14 | $0 | $194,354.14 |
| Total | $37,628,715.33 | $3,618,417 | $41,247,168.33 |
Note: Since financial records are not public information, these numbers are availed from detailed research. But to keep things fair, these numbers are a thoroughly researched estimate.
Shane Lowry’s Endorsement Deals
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Beyond what he receives from golf tournaments, Shane Lowry also earns income from brand endorsements. Lowry has signed deals with several companies, and in 2023, it’s estimated he receives $6 million per year from them.
Immedis
Global payroll solutions giant Immedis signed a partnership with Shane Lowry starting in 2017, with the initial contract lasting until 2020. This contract has been extended, and Lowry continues representing Immedis as a global brand ambassador.
According to Lowry, he takes pride in supporting the Irish business and its global ambitions.
Wayflyer
Wayflyer is one of the strongest Irish tech companies, valued in 2022 at $1.6 billion, making it the sixth company in the country to be valued at over $1 billion.
Lowry serves as a global brand ambassador for Wayflyer from 2022 until 2025. He wears the Wayflyer logo on the chest of his professional golf clothing and will host several corporate golf and promotional events.
Srixon/Cleveland Golf
Srixon is one of the world’s largest conglomerates and the owner of Dunlop Tyres. Cleveland Golf is a leader in producing highly regarded wedges and replicas of classic golf clubs.
Lowry has been endorsed by Srixon/Cleveland since 2010, using a full bag of their products.
Bank of Ireland
In 2014, Lowry partnered with Bank of Ireland, Ireland’s top corporate bank. This partnership has continued, and Lowry, true to his patriotic beliefs, voices his pride in being a part of the strong Irish brand.
Kingspan Group
Kingspan Group is a global leader in high-performance insulation, fabric, and solar-integrated building envelopes. Lowry has been sponsored by this successful Irish company since May of 2017.
Shane Lowry’s Investments
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With the wealth accrued during his golf career, Lowry has dabbled in business and investments to increase his net worth. He has invested into his endorser, Wayflyer. Additionally, he has collaborated with Irish businessman Alan Clancy to invest into Elemane LTD, an Irish hospitality firm.
Shane Lowry’s Luxuries: From Homes to Cars
Despite his wealth, Lowry is relatively down-to-earth, or at the very least, private about his expensive hobbies or property.
He and his wife own two houses. One is located in South Dublin, Ireland, which he purchased in 2015. It’s a beautiful double-fronted Victorian-style villa.
They own another house in Jupiter, Florida, which serves as their primary residence.
His primary car is a new BMW M4 CSL. Though he doesn’t make any additional vehicles public, he likely has other cars.
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Total Earning Milestones for Shane Lowry
As Shane Lowry has progressed in his career, so has his earning potential. These are some major earning milestones he’s already achieved.
- $10,000 – This milestone likely happened before his career took off, though there’s little information about how much he earned as an amateur. He surpassed this milestone the first year he was on the green as a pro.
- $100,000 – 2009 marked the first year Lowry played professionally, and his total earnings were $36,000 in the PGA Tour and an impressive $158,354.14 (converted from Euros) in the European Tour.
- $1,000,000 – Lowry didn’t take long to meet the million-dollar mark, first surpassing this in annual winnings in 2012, with an estimated $1,089,485 from the European Tour. However, after accounting for all earnings, he reached this point by 2011, earning a grand total from 2009 to 2011 of $1,609,985.87.
- $10,000,000 – By 2016, Lowry’s total earnings from both the PGA and European Tours totaled a whopping $12,302,701, pushing him past the $10,000,000 threshold for the first time. While he’s come close to meeting this number in a single year with his 2022 earnings, estimated at a massive $9,703,767.56, he hasn’t yet crossed this threshold annually. However, don’t count him out yet. It’s still possible for him to achieve this massive milestone annually.
- $20,000,000 – 2019 marked Lowry’s earnings surpassing $20,000,000 with a grand total of $24,102,956.20 earned over the life of his professional career.
- $50,000,000 – Lowry has not yet managed to cross the $50,000,000 in career earnings threshold, but given his rise to fame and significant skill on the field, he will soon. As of May 2023, his grand total earnings are $41,247,168, so it won’t be long before he crosses this milestone.
- $100,000,000 – This monumental feat is achieved by some of the richest and best golfers in the world. With plenty of room to go and several lucrative endorsements, Lowry may reach this if he continues with impressive performances.
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Shane Lowry’s Career Highlights
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Lowry’s career has been incredibly successful despite his late start. Between being one of three amateurs to win on the European Tour to impressive wins in the PGA Tour, he is a player worth watching.
His first big win was undoubtedly his Irish Open in 2009 which launched him into the professional scene, and his early net worth skyrocketed shortly after.
Shane Lowry’s Amateur Career
Beginning his amateur career in 2007, he played as part of the Irish teams and won the European Amateur Team Championship in both 2007 and 2008.
In 2009, he went on to win the Irish Open in sudden death, defeating Robert Rock on his tour debut, earning him the title of the third amateur to win on the European Tour. His score was 62, equaling the lowest score ever by an amateur, and during the tour, he led the scoreboards starting in the second round.
Lowry earned a career-high ranking of sixth in the World Amateur Golf Ranking before moving on to the professional field, sacrificing the chance to play in the Walker Cup in 2009.
Shane Lowry’s European Tour Career
Beyond his debut win as an amateur, Lowry has competed in the European Tour annually. With 6 DP wins and 267 tournaments played, he’s estimated to have earned €19,899,911.74 ($21,756,135.71).
| Year | Earnings |
| 2023 | €418,373.49 ($457,398.53) |
| 2022 | €2,823,699.52 ($3,087,088.56) |
| 2021 | €1,278,480.75 ($1,397,734.88) |
| 2020 | €602,534.31 ($658,738.16) |
| 2019 | €3,591,083.82 ($3,926,052.94) |
| 2018 | €897,221.93 ($980,913) |
| 2017 | €1,376,559.45 ($1,504,962.12) |
| 2016 | €1,211,128.47 ($1,324,100.11) |
| 2015 | €2,703,619.34 ($2,955,807.54) |
| 2014 | €1,757,659.99 ($1,921,611) |
| 2013 | €834,042.83 ($911,840.68) |
| 2012 | €996,539.71 ($1,089,484.94) |
| 2011 | €764,777.78 ($836,114.72) |
| 2010 | €499,346.93 ($545,825.01) |
| 2009 | €144,843.43 ($158,354.14) |
Shane Lowry’s PGA Tour Career
Lowry has participated PGA events since 2009 and joined the tour in 2015, with 157 events played, 2 PGA tour wins and 4 international wins. He’s finished in the top 5 ten times and the top 10 22 times.
Shane Lowry’s career earnings in the PGA Tour peaked in 2022 when he saw his best year, with $3,616,679. He is estimated to have won $15,845,724 over the course of his career.
Most notably, he won the 2014-2015 World Golf Championships-Bridgestone Invitational and the 2018-2019 Open Championship.
| Year | Earnings |
| 2023 | $1,304,554 |
| 2022 | $3,616,679 |
| 2021 | $2,636,597 |
| 2020 | $781,326 |
| 2019 | $3,490,098 |
| 2018 | $696,897 |
| 2017 | $831,411 |
| 2016 | $1,585,436 |
| 2015 | $502,517 |
| 2014 | $217,867 |
| 2013 | $148,551 |
| 2011 | $0 |
| 2010 | $33,792 |
| 2009 | $36,000 |
Shane Lowry’s Personal Life
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Shane Lowry was born to an All-Ireland winning Gaelic football player, Brendan Lowry. To say he’s got athleticism in ihs blood is an understatement.
Lowry began playing golf at the age of 13, relatively late for an athlete, after being inspired by his uncles’ love of the game. Despite his late start, he quickly advanced to a single figure player before he turned 15.
In 2016, he married Wendy Honner, his long-term girlfriend. They eloped after deciding the stress of planning a large wedding was too much. The couple has since had two daughters, Iris and Ivy.
Though he primarily resides in the United States now, he maintains his connection to Ireland, describing it as a place that will always be home.
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FAQ
How much did Shane Lowry win in Augusta?
After scoring 16th place in Augusta at the Masters, he took home $261,000 in prize money.
Does Shane Lowry own a house in Florida?
Yes, Shane Lowry owns a house in Jupiter, Florida, following his permanent relocation to the United States, which was purchased in 2015.
Final Thoughts
Having achieved a professional career after an impressive win as an amateur and setting the stage for his success, Shane Lowry’s current net worth is estimated at around $22 million. This is from a combination of winnings, salaries and brand endorsements.
With a streak of wins and a world rank of 25 and having shot a 62 on his way to victory, the lowest round ever recorded on the European Tour by an amateur, Shane Lowry dominates the field and is a force to be reckoned with.
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