Billy Costa Net Worth

What Is Billy Costa Net Worth?

Billy Costa, born William Anthony Costa on December 24, 1952, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is an American radio and television host. He has become a household name in New England, particularly in the Boston area. Costa’s estimated **net worth** is $4 million. This is a calculated figure based on his career earnings and public data.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Costa grew up in East Cambridge, Massachusetts, and graduated from Cambridge Rindge and Latin School. He initially attended Merrimack College on a hockey scholarship, majoring in English. However, he transferred to Emerson College in Boston, finding his passion in broadcasting. During his college years, Costa worked as a disc jockey at a local nightclub and later joined Emerson’s radio station, WERS, as a DJ. He graduated from Emerson with an English degree. In 1980, Costa approached WXKS-FM “Kiss 108” with an idea for a lifestyle/entertainment news segment. Initially, he worked for free to demonstrate the audience appeal for Hollywood information. After a couple of months, he was hired part-time, and soon after, full-time.

Radio and Television Career

Billy Costa has been a prominent figure on Boston’s KISS 108 for over 30 years. He is the co-host of the “Billy & Lisa in the Morning” show and hosts the “KISS Top 30 Countdown”. Costa co-hosted “Matty in the Morning” with Matt Siegel and Lisa Donovan from 2001 until Siegel’s retirement on May 3, 2022. Before that, Bill Costa has been side-by-side with Matty in the Morning since the early days of KISS 108, hosting daily Entertainment Updates and broadcasting live from major events like the Oscars and the Grammys.

Costa’s television career includes hosting “TV Diner” on NECN, a restaurant review program, which was cancelled in September 2013. Currently, he co-hosts “Dining Playbook” with Jenny Johnson on NESN, a show that combines food and sports. Additionally, Costa hosted the “High School Quiz Show” on WGBH-TV from 2011 through 2023. He was succeeded in 2024 by Joe Hanson.

Costa’s versatility has allowed him to command as much as $1,500 an hour to host an event. He also hosted a live music show at a nightclub and launched a cable-access show called Dance Jam ’88. In 1993, Costa began hosting a small local food show on NECN called Phantom Gourmet.

Awards and Recognition

Billy Costa has received several accolades for his work. He was nominated for an Emmy Award for his work on “Evening Magazine” on WBZ-TV. He also won a Children’s Television Award for his kids’ talk show, “Rap Around”. In 2017, Billy was inducted into the Massachusetts Broadcaster Hall of Fame. He is a three-time Emmy Award-winning on-air talent.

Salary and Earnings

While specific details of Billy Costa’s annual salary are not publicly available, estimates suggest that he earns between $64,383 and $98,738 per year. Additionally, Costa earns income from hosting events, where he can command approximately $1,500 per hour. His role as a host at KISS Top 30 Countdown and the “High School Quiz Show” also contribute to his earnings.

Personal Life

Billy Costa grew up in a family of Portuguese descent. His parents passed away relatively young; his father at 48 and his mother at 52. Costa pays his ex-wife $26,000 monthly in alimony. Costa is a father of three sons and is involved with numerous charitable organizations, often serving as an emcee and auctioneer for galas, fundraisers, and events. He enjoys traveling, playing tennis, running, and spending time with his family. Billy also enjoys emceeing events on the side.