Hunter Armstrong is an American swimmer known for being one of the best backstroke swimmers in the world. He set the world record in the 50-meter backstroke at the 2022 U.S. International Team Trials. In the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Hunter helped the U.S. team win gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay by swimming the backstroke leg in the preliminaries.
In 2023, Hunter showed his talent again by winning gold in the 50-meter backstroke at the World Aquatics Championships. He also won gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay and a bronze medal in the 100-meter backstroke.
Hunter isn’t just about swimming. He enjoys magic and musical theater, often entertaining his teammates, including Caeleb Dressel, with card tricks. As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, Hunter is expected to be a key part of the U.S. men’s swimming team. He will likely be competing for gold medals in the 50-meter and 100-meter backstroke events.
As of May 2025, Huter Armstrong is 24 years and 3 months old, his estimated net worth is $2 million, and he stands at a height of 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm or 1.98 m) tall.
Bio / Wiki
Full Name
Joseph Hunter Armstrong
Nickname
The Magic Man
Profession
Swimmer
Career
Hunter is graduated from Dover High School in 2019 and attended West Virginia University for his freshman year. He then transferred to Ohio State University, where he swam for the Buckeyes from 2020 to 2022.
Breakthrough and World Records
Armstrong’s breakthrough came in 2019 when he set many junior national records at the Summer Junior Nationals, including the 100 backstroke with a time of 54.91.
He continued to improve, setting a new world record in the 50-meter backstroke at the 2022 Phillips 66 U.S. International Team Trials with a time of 23.71 seconds.
He holds the world record in the long-course, 50-meter backstroke event.
Olympic and World Championships Experience
Armstrong was part of the 2021 U.S. Olympic team that won gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay at the Tokyo Olympics. He swam the backstroke leg in the preliminary heats.
At the 2022 World Aquatics Championships, Armstrong won gold in the 50-meter backstroke and bronze in the 100-meter backstroke. He also won gold in the 4×100-meter medley relay.
He qualified for his first World Championships in 2022 and won five medals: two gold, two silver, and one bronze there.
NCAA and Big Ten Championships
Armstrong was a true sophomore at Ohio State in 2020-21 and was an OSU Scholar-Athlete majoring in sports industry.
Armstrong earned the Buckeyes’ highest finish at the 2022 NCAA Championship meet, finishing fifth in the 100 backstroke.
He won five titles at the 2022 Big Ten Championship meet, including the 50 and 100 freestyle crowns.
Debut
2020 Summer Olympics
Best Known for
As an American swimmer for winning a gold medal in the 4×100 meter medley relay
Personal Profile and Background Details
Date of Birth
January 24, 2001
Age
As of today, Hunter is 24 years, 3 months, and 19 days old.
Zodiac sign
Aquarius
Nationality
American
Birth Place
Dover, Ohio, United States of America
Residence
United States of America
School / College / University
Hunter Armstrong graduated from Dover High School in 2019. After high school, he went to West Virginia University for his first year of college. Then, Hunter transferred to Ohio State University. He swam for the Buckeyes from 2020 to 2022. While at Ohio State, Hunter was an OSU Scholar-Athlete and studied the sports industry.
Religion
Christianity
Race / Ethnicity
His father is Scottish and her mother is Italian
Food Habits
Non-vegetarian
Hobbies
Martial Arts, Card Magic.
Tattoo
Physical Attributes and Measurements
Height
- In feet: 6′ 6″
- In Centimeters: 198 cm
- In meters: 1.98 m
Weight
- In kilograms: 83 kg
- In Pounds: 185 lbs
Body Measurements
- Chest Size: 42″
- Biceps Size: 15″
- Waist Size: 34″
Shoe size
15 (US)
Eye color
Brown
Hair Color
Blonde
Family
Hunter was born in Dover, Ohio to Ryan and Edie Armstrong. Ryan is a woodworking craftsman while Edie is a housewife. Hunter has an elder brother named Jake. Jake played American football in his schooling days, he studied Business – Entrepreneurship and Innovation at West Virginia University, now working as an Account Executive – Team Sports at Mizuno USA. Jake is now living in Hilliard, Ohio, and he is now engaged to Mia Taylor who is a volleyball player.
Hunter is very close to each family member and they supported him since his childhood. He likes to spend time with family and they are often seen cheering for Huntur during his participation in swimming competitions.
Wife
He is not married yet.
Father
Mother
Siblings
Jake Armstrong (Older Brother)
Children
None
Relationship & More
Marital Status
Single
Marriage Date
None
Girlfriend and Dating History
According to our research, he currently does not have any relationship. He has been seen with a girl named Jp Timken in many photos like prom and others. But we are not sure whether they are couples or not.
Net worth 2025
$2 million
As of May 2025, it’s estimated that Hunter Armstrong has a net worth of about $2 million.
Armstrong makes money primarily through swimming. He’s really good at it and has won lots of competitions, which brings in prize money. When you’re as successful as Hunter, you also get endorsements and sponsorships from companies that want to be associated with your success. These companies pay him to promote their products or be part of their advertising.
Sometimes, Hunter might also get paid for making appearances at events or swim clinics. Plus, he might earn some money from his social media presence, especially if he collaborates with brands or shares sponsored content.
During college, Hunter might have received scholarships or grants based on his swimming talent and academics, which could have helped him financially during those years.
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Pets
Social Media Profiles
He is not active on Twitter
