Matt and Jessica, the YouTube content creators known for their sailing YouTube channel, Mj Sailing, grew up near the shores of Lake Michigan and have always had a special bond with the water.
MJ Sailing’s (Matt and Jessica Johnson) estimated net worth based on publicly available sources in 2025 is $700K. Regardless of the purpose, the YouTube couple always finds their way back to it. The pair threw off the dock lines, said goodbye to home, and set off on the adventure of a lifetime.
The duo started their adventure in 2008 when they purchased their first boat, a 1998 Hunter 240. Though they had no sailing experience, the pair participated in a sailing class before purchasing the boat to make sure they were serious about the voyage they were looking forward to in their lives.
Here, we will share with the readers how the couple manage to make a living out of the sailing lifestyle.
Table of Contents
Bio Details
| Real names | Matt Johnson and Jessica Johnson |
| Net Worth | $700K |
| Birthday | Jessica Johnson – 25 Aug |
| Birthplace | Shores of Lake Michigan Lake, Grand Rapids, the United States of America |
| Height | Matt – 5ft 9in; Jessica – 5ft 7in |
| Weight | Matt – 87kg; Jessica – 66kg |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Sailing YouTuber |
| Website | Matt and Jessica’s Sailing Page mjsailing.com |
Mj Sailing Earnings and Income Means
MJ Sailing’s main income sources, based on recent findings, contribute significantly to his overall wealth. Their monthly earnings, as per our findings, is around $10K to $16K. Yearly earnings is around $120K to $192K. the stated earnings isn’t limited to YouTube and we will discuss the varied streams here.
Discussing the Revenue Streams
The sailing YouTube stars earn from varied sources as follows:
| Revenue Streams | Income Generated |
| YouTube (including ads) | $6K to $8K a month |
| $500 to $1.5K per sponsored post | |
| Patreon Support – patreon.com/c/mjsailing | $500 to $2K a month |
| PayPal donations (One-Time Donation – PayPal.me/MJSailing) | $200 to $700 a month |
| Other Ventures or Freelance Projects | $15K to $20K annually |
| Sponsor Deals, Brand Partnerships (sailing-tellus.com/member/mj-sailing), Endorsements, Affiliate Deals, Merch Sales | $2K to $3K a month |
The couple Matt and Jessica Johnson secured a major deal with VETUS MAXWELL, receiving marine gear (toilets, hatches, etc.) in exchange for featuring them in build videos.
MJ Sailing’s Major Possessions
Regarding property & homes, it’s known that before quitting their jobs in 2011, Matt & Jessica built and sold a house in Grand Rapids, MI. The equity from that sale funded their first sailboat purchase.
Regarding their Boat Collection, it’s known that they have owned four vessels over the years.
The 1998 Hunter 240 was their first boat, a starter for learning the ropes that they purchased in 2008 and used on Lake Michigan. Similar models today list for about $11,750.
The crew then owned 1983 Trisalu 37 “Elements of Life” as a custom aluminium, fully refitted, cruised in the Arctic, Caribbean, and Europe; sold around 2020.
They refitted the 1989 Sabre 34 Targa “Serendipity” and took it across the North Atlantic and beyond, and then sold it after circumnavigation. The pair was purchased in December 2010 for $55,500, plus $3,330 tax, which equalled to total $58,930. Refitting costs included survey, storage, windlass, and electrical upgrades, with total refit costs approximately $6–7K in the early months.
Max Cruise 42 (or 44) Catamaran is their current project. The boat is a custom-built 42‑44-foot catamaran under construction in Annapolis, MD, and at the factory in Vietnam.
Matt & Jessica Johnson lived in Grand Rapids and drove to view boats and to travel across the U.S. during boat moves.
Sponsor Gear & Infrastructure are a part of their possessions as well. VETUS MAXWELL is providing full marine systems, including but not limited to electric toilets, hatches, windlasses, and freshwater systems for their catamaran project.
Precision Sails Loft has also been serving as a partner, supplying sail equipment.
Overview of the Crew, Family, and Relationship Status
The core crew consists of Matt and Jessica Johnson, a married couple and high school sweethearts from Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Their adventurous cat, Georgie, adopted in 2012 from a no-kill shelter, accompanies them on their voyages.
Matt and Jessica married and, since then, have been living, working, and navigating together on the boat.
Matt and Jessica Johnson, a married sailing YouTube couple from Grand Rapids, Michigan, fell in love in high school and tied the knot around 2011. In 2008–2012, the pair sold their home and careers to pursue full-time sailing and adventure on the seas.
The duo launched their YouTube channel in 2009 and have since started documenting ocean crossings, boat projects, and cruising life.
Over the years, they’ve sailed and refitted multiple vessels before embarking on building their custom Max Cruise 42–44.
Conclusion
Matt and Jessica Johnson have been presenting to the viewers their adventurous lifestyle supported by sponsorships, a Patreon community, affiliate earnings, and occasional donations.
