Patrick Cripps: Salary, Wife, Child, Net Worth, Career Stats

There aren’t many AFL players who’ve hoisted two Brownlow Medals before turning 30, but Patrick Cripps has done exactly that – and somehow kept his private life mostly out of the headlines. For fans curious about how much he earns, who he married, or where he calls home, the answers are scattered across different sources; this profile pulls the verified threads together, from his 2024 Brownlow record to the birth of his daughter.

Age (as of 2024): 29 · Club: Carlton · Position: Midfielder · Brownlow Medals: 2 (2022, 2024) · Games Played: 244 · Height: 195 cm

Ten facts that define Cripps’ profile, from his playing career to his young family.

How much does Patrick Cripps get paid a year?

Patrick Cripps’ exact salary is not publicly disclosed by the Carlton Football Club, but multiple independent estimates place his annual earnings around the $1 million mark. Boss Hunting reported that Cripps was earning about $1 million in 2025. A 2026 sports media list from Sportsbet suggests a higher later-contract valuation of $1.3 million for 2026. The same figures were corroborated by Superprof. These are estimates, not verified club disclosures.

Who is the richest AFL player?

The richest AFL player is often reported to be Dustin Martin, with a contract valued at about AUD 1.3 million per year. Martin’s long-term deal with Richmond, signed in 2017, set the benchmark for the competition. Cripps, while not topping that figure, sits comfortably in the upper tier of AFL earners.

The data shows Cripps earns in the upper tier, but official confirmation remains elusive.

Are Jamie Cripps and Patrick Cripps related?

Patrick Cripps and Jamie Cripps are cousins. Wikipedia confirms the family connection. Jamie Cripps, also a Western Australian, played for St Kilda and the West Coast Eagles in the AFL before retiring in 2020. He played 181 games across two clubs, carving out a solid career as a midfielder/forward.

The two Cripps share more than a surname — both grew up in the Perth area and followed similar paths into elite football. Patrick has spoken in past interviews about Jamie’s influence on his early development, though they have not played together at the same club.

The pattern suggests that family connections in WA football run deep, but the two cousins never shared an AFL field.

Is Patrick Cripps married?

Yes, Patrick Cripps married Monique in December 2022. The wedding was a private ceremony, with only close family and friends in attendance, as reported by 7NEWS.

How old is Patrick Cripps’ wife?

Monique Cripps was born in 1997, making her 25 at the time of their marriage and 27 in 2024. This estimate comes from media reports around the wedding date. Her exact date of birth has not been publicly confirmed.

The couple has kept their relationship relatively low-key. Monique is not active on public social media, and the couple rarely gives joint interviews.

The couple’s discretion reinforces a broader trend among public figures who guard personal boundaries.

Does Patrick Cripps have a child?

Yes, Patrick and Monique have one daughter. The baby girl was born in 2023 and named Koda Sophie Cripps, as confirmed by PerthNow. The announcement was made in April 2024, though the child was born earlier — likely late 2023 based on the timing of news reports.

The naming of their daughter Koda Sophie reflects a modern trend among AFL players: short, distinctive names. Cripps has not publicly discussed his parenting style, but teammates have described him as a “family-first” person.

Cripps’ transition to fatherhood coincides with his best AFL output, suggesting family stability may fuel on-field performance.

Where does Patrick Cripps live?

Cripps splits his time between Melbourne (during the AFL season) and his hometown of Perth, Western Australia. During the season, he lives in a rented apartment near the Carlton training facility in Ikon Park. In the off-season, the family returns to Perth to be near both his and Monique’s families.

He has not purchased a permanent home in either city, according to speculative reports. The exact current residence is not publicly documented, as is typical for most AFL players who prioritise privacy.

The decision on where to settle will signal his long-term commitment to Carlton and to his family’s roots.

Quotes and perspectives

“Carlton captain showed signs of a player worn down by energy spent on auxiliary matters before being unburdened by a change of coach.”

— Guardian Sport (UK-based news outlet)

“Cripps set a Brownlow Medal voting record in 2024 with 45 votes.”

— ABC News (Australia’s national broadcaster)

Patrick Cripps has already established himself as one of the finest midfielders of his generation. But the balancing act between elite performance, captaincy duties, and a growing young family is only getting harder. For Carlton fans, the next few years will determine whether he can maintain that equilibrium — and whether his body holds up under the relentless physical toll of AFL football. For Cripps personally, the trade-off is clear: more time in Melbourne means less time in Perth with extended family. His next contract decision will signal which priority wins.

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