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What Was Jon Marks WIP Salary? Why Did He Leave The Radio?

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Jon Marks WIP Salary: The sudden announcement of Jon Marks leaving 94 WIP FM has shocked listeners.

Marks has been one of the loved sports radio show hosts of 94WIP FM since he joined in 2015.

Moreover, viewers are curious to know why he suddenly decided to leave the shows after so long.

94WIP Radio Host Jon Marks
94WIP Radio Host Jon Marks (Source: Instagram)

Born in 1976, Jon Marks always aspired to be on radio stations and seized every opportunity that came his way.

A Willow Grove, Pa. native and Upper Moreland High School graduate, Jon Marks has made a mark in his career.

After attending Hawaii Pacific University and Temple University, Jon initiated his radio career at WNJC in Washington Township, New Jersey.

From 2006 to 2016, he held various producing and hosting roles at WPEN-AM/FM.

In 2017, Marks became the evening host at WIP. Later that year, following the departure of Chris Carlin, he transitioned to afternoons alongside former Eagles linebacker Ike Reese.

What Was Jon Marks Salary In WIP?

Throughout Marks’ hosting tenure, WIP consistently held the position of either the #1 or #2 sports talk radio program in all of Philadelphia.

His departure is now causing a stir among listeners, who also question its reasons.

One of the questions revolves around his salary and whether he was adequately compensated or not.

Jon Marks With Cole Hamels In Pre-Game
Jon Marks With Cole Hamels In Pre-Game (Source: Instagram)

However, the reason was not his salary. Sources assume that the WIP host, Jon, earned above $85,000 annually.

Similarly, some sources also claim his net worth to be above $1 million.

The majority of his earnings stem from hosting various sports radio shows throughout the years.

Why Did Marks Leave 94 WIP FM?

The sudden announcement of Jon’s departure came as unexpected news for all the fans and the media. 

Jon Marks dedicated almost 7 years of his career to working for 94WIP FM radio.

However, in the closing moments of Monday’s show, Marks announced that he is departing from the station after six years.

Expressing emotion, Marks conveyed that it was a “difficult decision,” but he chose to depart from the drive-time show to dedicate more time to his family.

This is the show that you wait your whole career for. You don’t leave that show — you stay with the show, you make it better, and you continue to do it,” Marks said.

But where I am with my life, and where my kids are, … I thought, ‘Can I do this another five years?’ And I just can’t imagine not having dinner with all my kids.”

Jon Marks Wife And Kids
Jon Marks Wife And Kids (Source: Instagram)

Jon Marks has been happily married to Liz Marks for 9 years. The couple has three children together.

The three daughters are Gianna Marks, Lima Marks, and Bella Rose Marks.

One of his co-hosts, Reese, mentioned that Marks has grappled with tension concerning his family time for the last couple of years. Reese had nothing but praise and respect for his co-host.

Similarly, Jon announced that his final show with 94WIP will take place on Wednesday, December 20.

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