Keith Urban has built an impressive career over decades in country music, and as of 2025, the Australian-born singer-songwriter’s net worth reflects his chart-topping success. After nearly 20 years of marriage to Hollywood superstar Nicole Kidman—who filed for divorce in September 2025—Urban continues to thrive professionally, thanks to his music and savvy business moves.
How Did Keith Urban Get His Start?
Urban was born in New Zealand and raised in Australia, where he began playing guitar as a child. He first appeared on the Australian TV talent show New Faces in 1983 and later performed on local TV shows. His debut album, Keith Urban, was released in 1990, producing four singles that charted in Australia.
In 1992, Urban relocated to Nashville to break into the U.S. country scene. He formed the band The Ranch and released an album that landed two Billboard Hot Country Songs hits. His solo American breakthrough came in 1999 with another self-titled album, producing his first No. 1 single, “But for the Grace of God.” The platinum album cemented Urban as a country mainstay.
How Much Is Keith Urban’s Net Worth?
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Keith Urban’s fortune is estimated at $75 million in 2025, earned through decades of touring, songwriting, and performing. Though divorced from Kidman—whose net worth is estimated at $250 million—Urban has remained focused on his music and career.
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – OCTOBER 26: (L-R) Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman are seen backstage at the Concert For Carolina Benefit Concert at Bank of America Stadium on October 26, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for Concert For Carolina)
How Much Did Keith Urban Sell His Music Catalog For?
In 2022, Urban sold his master recordings to Litmus Music, a company backed by $500 million. The sale price wasn’t disclosed, but it likely brought him millions. Urban said of the deal, “What makes this such a great fit for me is the genuine passion and respect Dan, Hank, and the team at Litmus have for this music. In working with them, I feel that same collaborative spirit that’s always inspired me as an artist.”
How Much Does Keith Urban Make Per Show?
Forbes has reported that Urban’s concert shows have earned as much as $700,000 a night.
“I’ve always tried to create an experience that results in a certain reaction from the audience and a certain engagement from them,” he said during a 2022 interview with Music Row. “That hasn’t changed for me. And the audience is as passionate, involved and engaged as ever.”
