Jordan Burroughs's net worth is estimated at around $10 million, according to 2026 aggregator estimates, though other sources put the figure closer to $4-6 million. His income comes from prize money, endorsements, and his wrestling contracts, most recently including a 2026 signing with Real American Freestyle.
Burroughs is a 2012 Olympic gold medalist and six-time world champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest American freestyle wrestlers ever, with a college career at the University of Nebraska that included two NCAA titles and the Dan Hodge Trophy.
Quick Facts
| Born | July 8, 1988, Camden, New Jersey |
| College | University of Nebraska-Lincoln; 128-20 record; 2x NCAA champion (2009, 2011); Dan Hodge Trophy (2011) |
| Olympics | Gold, 2012 London (74 kg); did not medal in 2016 Rio; did not qualify for 2024 Paris |
| World Titles | Six: 2011, 2013, 2015, 2017 (74 kg); 2021, 2022 (79 kg) |
| Family | Wife Lauren Burroughs; five children (Beacon, Ora, Rise, Banner, Badge) |
| 2026 Development | Signed with Real American Freestyle; promotional debut at RAF 12, August 22, 2026, in Cleveland |
| Estimated Net Worth | Around $10 million (estimates vary) |
Early Life and College Career
Jordan Burroughs was born on July 8, 1988, in Camden, New Jersey, and grew up in the Sicklerville section of Winslow Township. He wrestled at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, finishing with a 128-20 overall record. He won NCAA Division I titles in 2009 and 2011, took bronze in 2008, and won Big 12 titles in 2008, 2009, and 2011, finishing his senior season undefeated at 29-0. He received the Dan Hodge Trophy, college wrestling's top individual honor, in 2011.
Olympic Career
Burroughs won Olympic gold at the 2012 London Games in the 74 kg freestyle division, defeating Iran's Sadegh Goudarzi in the final. He competed again at the 2016 Rio Olympics but lost in the quarterfinals to Aniuar Geduev and did not medal. He did not qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics after losing to Jason Nolf at the U.S. trials, though he made his twelfth U.S. World Team in September 2024 at 79 kg.
World Championships
Burroughs has won six world titles across two weight classes: at 74 kg in 2011 (Istanbul), 2013 (Budapest), 2015 (Las Vegas), and 2017 (Paris), and at 79 kg in 2021 (Oslo) and 2022 (Belgrade). He has also won Pan American Games gold medals in 2011, 2015, and 2019, along with multiple Pan American Championship titles.
2026: Real American Freestyle
In June 2026, Burroughs signed with Real American Freestyle, a new freestyle wrestling promotion, with his promotional debut scheduled for RAF 12 on August 22, 2026, in Cleveland.
Personal Life
Burroughs is married to Lauren Burroughs (nee Mariacher), and the couple has five children: Beacon, Ora, Rise, Banner, and Badge.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Burroughs's net worth?
Estimated at around $10 million as of 2026, though some sources put it closer to $4-6 million.
Did Jordan Burroughs win Olympic gold?
Yes, at the 2012 London Olympics in the 74 kg freestyle division. He did not medal in 2016 and did not qualify for the 2024 Paris Games.
How many world championships has Jordan Burroughs won?
Six, across two different weight classes (74 kg and 79 kg), between 2011 and 2022.