Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1953$0.005MF
First TV Appearance
First TV appearance, beginning to gain notoriety.
1958$0.05M+900%C
An Evening Wasted
First album 'An Evening Wasted With Tom Lehrer' released.
1960$0.25M+400%B
That Was The Year
Writes satirical songs for the US version of 'That Was The Week That Was'.
1965$0.5M+100%B
Transition to Mathematics
Begins transition into mathematics teaching after peak popularity.
1980$1M+100%C
Math Professor
Teaches math at University of California, Santa Cruz.
2003$3M+200%C
Releases The Remains
Releases collection of previously unreleased songs and live performances.
2026$5M+67%C
Satirical Legacy
Maintains a cult following for his satirical songs and impact on comedy.
Last updated: February 21, 2026