Lindsey Graham served as a member of the Senate for more than 20 years. The late Republican, who died at the age of 71 in July 2026 from a “brief and sudden illness,” developed and maintained political relationships over the course of his career, which helped solidify his work with the Republican Party’s values.
Since his career in the U.S. Senate spanned two decades, many are wondering how much of an income he earned for his work and how he built his net worth over time.
Below, find out where Graham’s net worth stands and how much money he made in the Senate.
How Much Money Did Lindsey Graham Make as a Senator?
Graham earned an annual salary of $174,000, which is the base federal pay that senators have made since 2009, according to the Senate’s website.
Donald Trump paid tribute to Graham in a Truth Social post shortly after the news of the senator’ death broke.
“Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known, is dead!” Trump wrote in his statement. “He was always working, and was a true American Patriot. Lindsey will be greatly missed!!! DETAILS AND ARRANGEMENTS TO FOLLOW. So sad!”
What Was Lindsey Graham’s Net Worth?
Graham had an estimated net worth of $1.4 million, according to his May filings, via Fox News. A lower-end estimate was listed at just over $600,000 and an upper estimate of more than $2.2 million.
What Happened to Lindsey Graham?
Graham died on the evening of July 11, 2026, his office announced. According to police scanner audio obtained by NBC News, paramedics responded to a call for a person who went into “cardiac arrest” at Graham’s home in Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C., that night.
Per his office’s statement, Graham died “from a brief and sudden illness.”
“Senator Graham’s family appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period,” the statement from Graham’s office read, per NBC News.
A day later, a preliminary medical examiner’s report revealed that Graham died of an “aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease.”
