Frankie Muniz Net Worth 2025: From Malcolm in the Middle to Motorsports Millions
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Estimated Net Worth (2025): $7 Million
Frankie Muniz became a household name in the early 2000s as the star of the hit sitcom Malcolm in the Middle. But unlike many child stars, Muniz didn’t disappear—he pivoted. From Hollywood to high-speed racetracks, Frankie built a surprising and diverse career.
So what is Frankie Muniz’s net worth in 2025—and how did he get there?
🎬 From Sitcom Stardom to Financial Security
Frankie Muniz reportedly earned $120,000 per episode during the peak of Malcolm in the Middle (Celebrity Net Worth). The show aired from 2000 to 2006, and Muniz appeared in 151 episodes.
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That adds up to over $13 million from the show alone.
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ScreenRant noted he also earned back-end syndication revenue.
He also acted in films like:
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Agent Cody Banks (IMDb)
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Big Fat Liar (Rotten Tomatoes)
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My Dog Skip (Wikipedia)
🏎️ Career Shift: Racing and Business
After acting, Muniz became a professional racecar driver. He competed in the ARCA Menards Series and other leagues, often self-funding his racing efforts (ESPN).
He also:
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Ran a specialty oil business (People Magazine)
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Played drums in a rock band, Kingsfoil (NME)
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Invested in real estate (Zillow)
💼 Diversified Income
Today, Muniz earns income from:
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TV royalties (Looper)
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Motorsport sponsorships (RacingNews)
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Social media partnerships (Instagram)
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Merchandising and licensing (Hollywood Reporter)
📊 Net Worth Breakdown
| Income Source | Estimated Total |
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| Malcolm in the Middle | $13M |
| Movies & Endorsements | $3M |
| Racing & Sponsorships | $1M |
| Business & Other | $1M |
| Total (approx.) | $7M–$8M |
📢 What’s Next for Frankie?
Frankie recently made headlines for participating in NASCAR's developmental series (Fox Sports). He’s also been open about returning to acting, with rumors of a Malcolm in the Middle reboot floating around (EW).