Jared Austin Biography
Jared Austin is an American journalist working for WVLT as a weekend morning anchor and multimedia journalist since joining the station in October 2021. Before arriving in the South, he worked in the Midwest.
Jared Austin Education
Austin joined the University of Missouri-Columbia when he finished his high school education. In 2019, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism.
Jared Austin Career
Austin works for WVLT as a weekend morning anchor and multimedia journalist. Before arriving in the South, he worked in the Midwest. After graduating college, he secured his first job in Lincoln, Nebraska. There, he broadcasted a number of topics including casino gaming, capitol broadcasts, and harsh weather broadcasts. Austin then wanted to work in a warmer climate thus he set his eyes on East Tennessee. He is delighted to be closer to the Smoky Mountains and great places to hike.
Jared Austin Age
Austin was born on July 15, 1997, in the U.S.A. He is 26 years old as of 2023. Austin celebrates his birthday every July 15th as evidenced by his Instagram post on July 15, 2022, captioned “Year 25 is already off to a fun start.”
Jared Austin Height
Austin stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches
Jared Austin Family
Austin grew up in the Chicago suburb of Aurora, Illinois. On May 10, 2020, he wished his mother, Rebecca Pozen Carney, a happy Mother’s Day via his Instagram account. Even so, he has not disclosed more information about his parents, especially his father. It is also not known if Austin has any siblings.

Jared Austin Wife
Austin is in a relationship with Sarah Esslinger as evidenced by his Instagram posts. Sarah works as an orthodontist assistant. She was born on June 18, 1997, and is 26 years old as of 2023. On June 18, 2023, she posted herself on her Instagram account and captioned “Swipe to see where it started 26 years ago today 🎂.” During his free time, he loves checking out trails in the area and going to the gym. Even though he is a fan of the Chicago Bulls, Blackhawks, and Bears, he supports the Minnesota Twins in baseball.
Jared Austin Net Worth
Austin has an estimated net worth ranging between $1 Million – $5 Million which he has earned through being a journalist.
Jared Austin Salary
Austin earns an annual salary ranging between $40,000 – $ 110,500.
Jared Austin WVLT
Austin is working at WJBF where he works alongside other famous anchors and reporters including;
- Ted Hall
- Brittany Tarwater
- William Puckett
- Christyn Allen
- Heather Haley
- Ben Cathey
- Kyle Grainger