Victor Davis Hanson

Personal Info

Known For - Classicist, Military Historian, Political Commentator

Gender - Male

Religion - Not Available

Date of Birth - 5 september 1953 ( 71 Years Years old)

Fowler, California, USA

Victor Davis Hanson

Classicist, Military Historian, Political Commentator

Biography

As of today, Victor Davis Hanson has an estimated net worth of $30 million. He built his wealth through a multifaceted career as a classics professor, military historian, syndicated columnist, bestselling author (over two dozen books), and public speaker. His annual income, estimated between $800,000–1.2 million, includes earnings from his position at the Hoover Institution, book royalties, media contributions, and speaking fees. Hanson maintains ownership of his family farm in Selma, California, alongside real estate investments and a robust royalties portfolio.

Lesser Known Facts

    He was awarded the National Humanities Medal in 2007 and the Bradley Prize in 2008.

    He served as a full‑time orchard and vineyard grower from 1980–1984 before joining academia.

    He is a syndicated columnist for both National Review Online (since 2001) and Tribune Media Services.

Victor Davis Hanson Basic Information
Real Name Victor Davis Hanson
Nick Name Not Available
Gender Male
Marital Status Married
Height Not Available
Eye Colour Not Available
Hair Colour Not Available
Date of Birth 5 september 1953
Birth Year 1953
Age as of Now 71 Years
Zodiac Virgo
Weight Not Available
Body Measurements
  • Chest: 40 inches
  • Waist: 36 inches
  • Biceps: 14 inches
Hometown Fowler / Selma, California, USA
Nationality American
Education
School Selma High School
College University of California, Santa Cruz (BA); Stanford University (PhD)
Education Qualifications PhD in Classics
Debut
Debut
  • Academic: 1984 – Joined California State University, Fresno faculty
  • Media: 2001 – Began syndicated column (National Review/Tribune Content Agency)
Family
Father Not Available
Mother Not Available
Brother Not Available
Sister Not Available
Spouse (Husband / Wife / Boyfriend) Cara Webb Hanson
Affairs / Relationships Not Available
Son William Hanson
Daughter Pauline Hanson, Susannah Hanson
Favorites
Favourite Food Apple pie, Steak, Roast chicken
Favourite Singers Johnny Cash, Bruce Springsteen, Adele
Favourite Actors Tom Hanks, Daniel Day-Lewis, Morgan Freeman
Favourite Actresses Meryl Streep, Helen Mirren, Viola Davis
Favourite Books The Iliad, Guns, Germs, and Steel, Team of Rivals
Favourite Television The West Wing, Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown, 60 Minutes
Net Worth & Salary
Net worth in 2025 $30 million (approx)
Net worth in 2024 $25 million (approx)
Net worth in 2023 $20 million (approx)
Net worth in 2022 $15 million (approx)
Salary Approx. $800,000–1,200,000 annually (Hoover Institution role, book royalties, speaking fees)
Car collection
Favourite Cars
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  • Social Media Accounts
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    Victor Davis Hanson in 2025 is 71 Years.

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