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Who is Joni Ernst? Biography, Wiki

Joni Ernst stands as Iowa’s first female U.S. Senator and the nation’s inaugural female combat veteran in the Senate. This biography explores her journey from rural Iowa roots to Washington influence. We’ll discuss important aspects of her life and career.

Joni Ernst Age

Born on July 1, 1970, in Red Oak, Iowa, the age of Joni Ernst will be 55 years old in 2025 and falls under the zodiac sign of Cancer.

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Short Bio And Some Quick Facts

Complete Real Name Joni Kay Ernst
Nickname Joni Ernst
DOB July 1, 1970
Age 55 years
Place of Birth Red Oak, Iowa, USA
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Father Richard Culver
Mother Ruth Culver
Siblings Update Soon
Education Master of Public Administration
Institute Columbus State University
Occupation United States Senator, Politician, Retired Army Officer
Relationship Status Single
Ex-Husband Gail Ernst (d.2019)
Children Libby Ernst (Daughter)
Nationality American
Ethnicity Mixed (English, Scottish, Irish, Welsh)
Religion Lutheran
Height 5 feet 9 inches
Weight 76 kg
Eye color Dark Brown
Hair color Dark brown
Net Worth (As of 2025) Approximately $19 million
Category Biography

Education

The education of Joni Ernst includes; Stanton High School (valedictorian), Bachelor’s in Psychology, Iowa State University (1992) and Master of Public Administration, Columbus State University.

Joni Ernst Family

The family background of Joni Ernst features farming roots. Her parents Richard and Ruth Culver raised her near Red Oak. Information about her siblings remains limited in public records.

Husband

Is Joni Ernst married? She was. Joni Ernst husband Gail Ernst married her in 1992. They divorced in January 2019 after 27 years of marriage.

Children

The couple has one daughter named Libby. Joni Ernst children details remain private, with Libby staying out of politics.

Career

Joni Ernst career is a testament to public service:

  • 23-year military career (Iowa Army National Guard), retiring as Lieutenant Colonel

  • Montgomery County Auditor (2005-2011)

  • Iowa State Senate (2011-2014)

  • U.S. Senator (2015-present)
    Key committee roles: Armed Services, Agriculture, Small Business
    Policy focus: Veterans’ affairs, agriculture, military spending

Latest News

Recent developments highlight:

  • 2024 Pentagon budget negotiations

  • Advocacy for military sexual assault reform

  • Controversial remark during Medicaid discussion: “We all are going to die” (May 2024)

  • Ongoing focus on government spending efficiency

Religion

Joni Ernst religion is Lutheran. She attends Mamrelund Lutheran Church in Stanton.

Ethnicity and Nationality

The ethnicity of Joni Ernst is mixed (English, Scottish, Irish, Welsh) and she is a pure American national.

Joni Ernst Height and Weight

The estimated height of Joni Ernst is 5’9″ (175 cm / 1.75 m) and she weighs about 168 lbs (76 kg).

Joni Ernst Salary

The salary of Joni Ernst as U.S. Senator is approximately $174,000 annually.

Net Worth

Joni Ernst’s net worth is around $93k-$645k (as per Senate disclosures) and Up to $19 million (as per Public reports).

Her primary assets include:

  • Iowa farmland

  • Mutual funds (Fidelity, T. Rowe Price)

  • Retirement accounts

  • Book royalties (“Daughter of the Heartland”)

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Joni Ernst’s Social Media Handles

All the mentioned below are the social media handles of the Politician, Retired Army Officer and USA Senator Joni Ernst:

Homepage www.theeducationisthub.com
Instagram www.instagram.com/joniernst
Facebook www.facebook.com/joniforiowa
X (Formerly Twitter)  www.x.com/senjoniernst

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