Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1986$0.01MF
Ensign in United States Navy
Kelly begins his naval career as a pilot.
1996$0.1M+900%C
Selected as NASA Astronaut
Selected as astronaut, boosting his profile and future prospects.
2001$0.5M+400%B
First Space Shuttle Flight
His first mission made him a well-known figure.
2011$1M+100%B
Final Space Shuttle Mission
Commands STS-134, his last space mission.
2013$1.2M+20%B
Retires from NASA
Kelly's transition to private sector, book deals, speaking engagements.
2020$1.5M+25%A
Elected to U.S. Senate
Kelly begins serving as Senator for Arizona.
2026$2M+33%A
Senator for Arizona
Continues service as a U.S. Senator.
Last updated: February 25, 2026