Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. is an American politician. He was born in Detroit, Michigan. He is known for his books including Gifted Hands.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr.
• Profession: Politician
• Age: 74 years old
• Date of Birth: September 18, 1951
• Place of Birth: Detroit, Michigan
• Nationality: American
• Height: 6 ft 0 in
• Spouse / Partner: Candy Carson
• Children: Ben Carson Jr., Rhoeyce Carson, Murray Carson
• Marital Status: Married

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. Age

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. is 75 years old (estimated). He was born in 1951, but the exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. Height

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. stands at a height of 6 ft 0 in.

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. Weight

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr.'s weight has not been publicly reported.

Education

He attended institutions including Yale University and University of Michigan.

• Education 1
  • Institution Name: Yale University
  • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
  • Field of Study: Psychology
• Education 2
  • Institution Name: University of Michigan
  • Qualification: Doctor of Medicine
  • Field of Study: Medicine

Career & Work

He has worked as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development at U.S. Government. He has also been associated with Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Secretary of Housing and Urban Development at U.S. Government
  • Period: 2017–2021
  • Location: Washington, D.C.
• Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital
  • Period: 1984–2013
  • Location: Baltimore, MD

Rise to Fame

• Performed the first successful separation of conjoined twins joined at the head (1987)

Notable Works

Notable works include Gifted Hands.

Books

• Book: Gifted Hands (Author, 1990) — Autobiography detailing his journey to neurosurgery.

Awards & Achievements

• Presidential Medal of Freedom — U.S. Government
  Contributions to medicine and education

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. Salary

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Politician in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. Net Worth

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr.'s net worth is estimated to be between 30000000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a Politician.

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. Family & Relationships

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. is married to Candy Carson. He has 3 children, including Ben Carson Jr. and Rhoeyce Carson. He has 1 sibling, including Curtis Carson.

• Father: Robert Solomon Carson
• Mother: Sonya Carson

• Siblings:
  • Curtis Carson

• Children:
  • Ben Carson Jr.
  • Rhoeyce Carson
  • Murray Carson

Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr. Facts

Personal Information

• Full Name: Benjamin Solomon Carson Sr.
• Gender: Male
• Occupation: Politician
• Nationality: American
• Living Status: Alive
• Ethnicity: Black / African

Birth & Background

• Date of Birth: September 18, 1951
• Age: 74
• Birthday: September 18
• Zodiac Sign: Virgo
• Place of Birth: Detroit, Michigan

Measurements

• Height: 6 ft 0 in
• Weight: Not publicly disclosed
• Eye Color: Brown
• Hair Color: Black

Family & Relationships

• Father: Robert Solomon Carson
• Mother: Sonya Carson
• Marital Status: Married
• Spouse / Partner: Candy Carson

Net Worth & Income

• Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
• Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
• Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
• Source of Income: Multiple Sources

Online Presence

• X (Twitter): https://x.com/BenCarson