Jennifer Garner Net Worth

What Is Jennifer Garner's Net Worth and Salary?

Jennifer Garner is an American actress and film producer who has a net worth of $80 million.

Jennifer Garner first broke through in the early 2000s as the star of the ABC action series "Alias," where she combined physical intensity with emotional range and became one of television's most recognizable leads. The role earned her multiple awards and established her as a bankable name at a moment when television stardom could still translate directly into film success.

Following "Alias," Garner transitioned smoothly into movies, alternating between romantic comedies, family films, and action roles. She became a staple of studio comedies such as "13 Going on 30," "Catch and Release," and "Juno," the latter helping cement her reputation as a grounded, emotionally credible supporting performer. At the same time, she maintained action credentials through projects like "Elektra" and ensemble superhero appearances in the Marvel universe, reprising her role in "Daredevil" spin-offs and later multiverse-era films.

As her career matured, Garner increasingly gravitated toward family-friendly and prestige-adjacent projects, including "Miracles from Heaven," "Love, Simon," and the Netflix action film "The Adam Project." She also returned to television with "Camping" and the Apple TV+ series "The Last Thing He Told Me," where she served as both star and executive producer, reflecting a broader shift toward creative control and selective output rather than volume.

Beyond acting, Garner has become one of Hollywood's most effective celebrity brand-builders. She has held long-running endorsement relationships, most notably as the face of Capital One, and co-founded the organic baby food company Once Upon a Farm, turning her wholesome public persona into a serious business asset. Taken together, her career reflects longevity through adaptability, steady audience trust, and a rare ability to remain culturally relevant without chasing trends.

Once Upon A Farm

Garner is a co-founder and board member of the organic children's food company Once Upon A Farm, which was launched in 2017 alongside co-founders Cassandra Curtis, Ari Raz, and former Annie's CEO John Foraker. Often branded publicly as "Farmer Jen," Garner has played a central role in the company's marketing and brand identity rather than day-to-day operations. Once Upon A Farm focuses on premium, organic, refrigerated baby and kids food products, including fruit and vegetable pouches, bars, smoothies, and frozen meals. The brand has scaled rapidly, with products sold through major national retailers such as Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Amazon, and Kroger, and distribution across tens of thousands of retail doors nationwide.

In January 2026, the company filed an IPO prospectus as part of a plan to eventually go public. According to this filing, before the planned IPO, Jennifer owned approximately 2.7 million shares prior to the offering, representing about 9% of the company's equity at that time, with a smaller share of voting power due to the company's capital structure. After the IPO, Garner's take will drop 3,057,279 shares (7.4% of common stock; 4.8% of voting power).

In advance of its planned public offering, the company reported annualized net sales exceeding $176 million. Unfortunately, it lost $40 million in the same period.

Based on the 2026 SEC filings, Jennifer Garner's financial compensation is structured through a specialized Spokesperson Agreement for her role as "Farmer Jen." This agreement is separate from her executive salary and her equity stake. She has already been paid $1 million in cash as part of a deal formalized in 2022. The IPO filing outlines a $7 million cash schedule that she will receive over the next three years for her continued role and the use of her family farm's story:

• January 31, 2026 $2,000,000
• January 31, 2027 $2,000,000
• January 31, 2028 $3,000,000

Early Life

Jennifer Garner was born Jennifer Anne Garner on April 17, 1972, in Houston, Texas. Her father, William Garner, worked as a chemical engineer, and her mother was a homemaker who later became a college English teacher. When Jennifer was three years old, the family relocated to Charleston, West Virginia, where she was raised alongside her two sisters.

Garner grew up in a conservative household. The family attended a local Methodist church every Sunday, and Jennifer participated in Vacation Bible School during the summers. Makeup, nail polish, ear piercings, and hair dye were not permitted during her teenage years, a strict upbringing she has later credited with instilling discipline and focus.

After graduating from George Washington High School in 1990, Garner enrolled at Denison University in Granville, Ohio. She initially pursued a degree in chemistry before switching her major to theater. In 1993, she spent a semester studying at the National Theater Institute in Waterford, Connecticut. Garner graduated in 1994 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in theater and moved to New York City to begin her acting career.

Early Career and Breakthrough

Following graduation, Garner landed small roles in television movies and miniseries before relocating to Los Angeles in 1997. She secured her first leading role in the TV movie "Rose Hill" and made her feature film debut in the period drama "Washington Square." She was cast in Woody Allen's "Deconstructing Harry," though most of her scenes were ultimately cut from the final film.

Garner's career gained momentum in 1998 when she joined the cast of J.J. Abrams' college drama "Felicity." Although her role was supporting, it became her most prominent television exposure to date. Around the same time, she appeared in studio films such as "Dude, Where's My Car?" and the blockbuster war epic "Pearl Harbor."

"Alias" and Television Stardom

The defining turning point of Garner's career came in 2001 when she was cast as CIA operative Sydney Bristow on ABC's "Alias." Series creator J.J. Abrams wrote the role with Garner in mind, and her performance quickly became the centerpiece of the show. "Alias" ran for five seasons and earned strong ratings as well as critical acclaim.

Garner's demanding physical and emotional performance brought her widespread recognition and numerous awards. Over the course of the series, her salary increased steadily, eventually reaching $150,000 per episode by the final season. The role firmly established her as one of television's most bankable stars of the early 2000s.

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Film Career and Critical Recognition

While starring on "Alias," Garner continued to work in film. Steven Spielberg personally offered her a role in "Catch Me If You Can" after being impressed by her television work. In 2003, she co-starred opposite Ben Affleck in "Daredevil," reprising the role in the spinoff "Elektra."

Garner achieved major box office success with the romantic comedy "13 Going on 30" in 2004. The film grossed $96 million worldwide and became one of her most enduring hits, praised for her charm and comedic timing. After "Alias" concluded, she returned to film with "Juno" in 2007, delivering a widely acclaimed performance as a woman struggling with infertility in the Oscar-winning indie hit.

Stage Work and Continued Screen Roles

In late 2007, Garner returned to the stage, starring as Roxane opposite Kevin Kline in the Broadway production of "Cyrano de Bergerac." Her performance received strong reviews and reinforced her classical theater credentials.

Throughout the late 2000s and 2010s, Garner balanced romantic comedies and dramas, including "The Invention of Lying," "The Odd Life of Timothy Green," and "Dallas Buyers Club," where her portrayal of a compassionate physician earned particular praise. She remained a steady presence in both studio films and prestige projects.

Later Career and Producing Work

Garner continued expanding her career in the 2010s and beyond, often praised for her emotional authenticity and comedic warmth. In 2018, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She later produced and starred in the Netflix comedy "Yes Day" and appeared in projects such as "The Adam Project."

She also returned to television as both an actor and executive producer, including roles in "Party Down" and the Apple TV+ drama "The Last Thing He Told Me," reflecting a shift toward greater creative control and selective project choices.

"Alias" Salary

For the early seasons of "Alias," Jennifer Garner earned approximately $45,000 per episode, totaling around $1 million per season. By the final seasons of the show, her salary peaked at $150,000 per episode, equivalent to roughly $3.3 million per season.

Other Salaries

Garner was paid $3 million for her starring role in "13 Going on 30." In 2007, she earned $7 million for "The Kingdom." That same year, she accepted a minimal upfront salary for "Juno" in exchange for a percentage of the film's backend profits.

Capital One Earnings

Jennifer Garner has maintained a long-running endorsement relationship with Capital One. Rather than earning a per-commercial fee, she operates under a multi-year contract covering a set number of appearances annually. Based on comparable celebrity endorsement deals, her compensation is widely estimated to fall in the range of $15 to $20 million over five years, typically paid largely upfront.

Activism

Garner is a longtime advocate for early childhood education and serves as an ambassador and board trustee for Save the Children. She regularly visits families participating in the organization's Early Steps to School Success program.

She has also supported legislation aimed at protecting the children of celebrities from aggressive paparazzi behavior. In 2013, she testified alongside Halle Berry in favor of a California bill addressing photographer harassment, which was later signed into law.

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Activism

Garner is a strong advocate for early childhood education. She is an ambassador and serves on the board of trustees for Save the Children, which promotes national literacy and early education efforts. She frequently visits families involved in the Early Steps to School Success program, which helps families get assistance with early childhood education.

While Jennifer has stated she is not an overly political person, she has donated to various Democratic politicians, including Wendy Davis. Garner also hosted two fundraisers for Barack Obama in 2008 and a fundraiser in support of Hillary Clinton in 2016.

Garner is vocally supportive of laws that protect the children of celebrities from paparazzi. She testified alongside Halle Berry in August 2013 in support of a bill to protect kids from photographer harassment, which passed and is now California law.

Personal Life

Jennifer Garner was married to actor Scott Foley from 2000 to 2004. They met on the set of "Felicity" in 1998. She was then married to actor/producer/director Ben Affleck, whom she met on the set of "Pearl Harbor," from 2005 to 2015. Garner and Affleck, who have three children together, announced their split on June 30, 2015.  Their divorce was finalized in October 2018. It was reported that there was no prenuptial agreement. She then dated businessman John C. Miller from 2018 until early 2020, and they resumed their relationship in April 2021.

Accolades

Garner won a Golden Globe Award in 2002 for Best Actress in a Television Series, Drama, for "Alias." She also received a Screen Actors Guild Award for the same role in 2005. Over the course of her career, she has earned more than 50 major award nominations, including multiple Golden Globe and Primetime Emmy nominations.

Real Estate

In 2009, Jen and Ben paid $17.55 million for a home in LA's Pacific Palisades neighborhood. The seller was super-producer Brian Grazer. The ranch consists of five bedrooms, eight bathrooms, high ceilings, massive picture windows that lend a sense of openness to the entire house, a guesthouse, a swimming pool, a gym, a half basketball court, an office/studio, and gorgeous views. The house has an incredible history as well. Cliff May, the architect who created the "California ranch-style" house, designed it, and it was previously owned by actor Gregory Peck.

Jennifer continued living in this house until late 2018. After she and the kids moved out, Ben and Jen sold this mansion to Maroon 5 singer Adam Levine for $32 million in December 2018. Adam sold the home in 2022 for $52 million to Franz von Holzhausen, the chief designer at Tesla. Here's a video tour of this incredible 3-acre property:

In early 2019, Jennifer spent $8 million on a new home in Los Angeles' Brentwood Park neighborhood. In September 2024, Jennifer gave a tour of her home to Architectural Digest:

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