NYC's famous 'Naked Cowboy' breaks down how much he actually makes

Description Angle down icon An icon in the shape of an angle pointing down. Robert Burck, better known as the Naked Cowboy, is 55 years old and lives in Queens, New York. He earns an average of $150,000 a year entertaining tourists in Times Square, where he's spent more than two decades performing in his signature cowboy boots, hat, and underwear. Beyond street performances, Robert relies on merchandise, Cameo videos, appearances, and licensing his iconic persona to boost his income.Here's how he earns, spends, budgets, and invests his money while living in one of the most expensive cities in the US. Robert Burck, better known as the Naked Cowboy, is 55 years old and lives in Queens, New York. He earns an average of $150,000 a year entertaining tourists in Times Square, where he's spent more than two decades performing in his signature cowboy boots, hat, and underwear. Beyond street performances, Robert relies on merchandise, Cameo videos, appearances, and licensing his iconic persona to boost his income.Here's how he earns, spends, budgets, and invests his money while living in one of the most expensive cities in the US. Show more