Joe Parris Biography
Joe Parris is an American Anchor and Reporter working for the Idaho Secretary of State, serving as a public information officer since February 2026. Before moving to that role in 2026, he worked as the chief political reporter and anchor at KTVB News Group in Boise, Idaho, for almost a decade.
Joe Parris Age
Parris was born on February 9th but has not disclosed the year in which he was born. However, he might be in his 30s, judging from his appearance. Parris celebrates his birthday on February 9th, as evidenced by X bio, captioned, “Born February 9.”
Joe Parris Height
Parris stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches.
Joe Parris Family
Parris has managed to keep his personal life out of the limelight; hence, he has not disclosed any details about his parents. It is also unknown whether Parris has any siblings.
Joe Parris Wife
Parris married Haley in August 2023. On August 28, 2024, he posted a photo of them on his Instagram account and captioned, “It’s hard to believe we have already been married for a year, it’s been the time of my life ❤️ love you Haley Parris…Happy Anniversary, already planning for our next ❤️”
The duo met in the wild news world. The couple has a son named Finn Samuel and a Border Collie named Bosco. The family enjoys exploring the Idaho outdoors, spending time in the Boise Foothills, and extended play time.
Finn was born in November 2024 and is 2 years old as of 2026. On November 30, 2024, he posted a photo of Finn on his Instagram account and captioned it, “We have so much to be thankful for this week. Welcome to the world, Finn Samuel Parris ♥️.”
Haley celebrates her birthday on September 1st, as evidenced by his Instagram post on September 1, 2023, captioned, “Happy birthday to my beautiful WIFE, I love you so much. Please refer to our wedding vows. ❤️❤️❤️.”
Joe Parris Net Worth
Parris has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which he has earned through his successful career as an Anchor and Reporter.
Joe Parris Salary
Parris earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
Joe Parris Education
Parris joined the University of Colorado in 2012 after completing his high school education. In 2016, he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree.
Joe Parris Career
Parris is working for the Idaho Secretary of State, serving as a public information officer. Since May 2024, he has been a play-by-play commentator for the Front Street Fights.
Parris previously worked as the chief political reporter and anchor at KTVB Idaho’s NewsChannel 7 in Boise, Idaho, for almost a decade. He joined the sttaion in May 2016 after graduating from college. He worked early mornings with Maggie O’Mara, Doug Petcash and his beloved mentor Larry Gebert
Parris filed live reports on crime, weather, and breaking news. He also covered the great Idaho goat escape of 2018, which won him a regional Edward R. Murrow Award for storytelling through social media.
Parris helped launch “The 208” in 2020. He collaborated with Brian Holmes and other 208 constants to differentiate it from traditional newscasts. He also reported for the 5 p.m. show, covering local elections and the Idaho Legislature. In early 2022, he was promoted to KTVB’s chief political reporter.
Parris received the Idaho Press Club Broadcast Reporter of the Year Award in 2019, 2020 and 2021. He has also contributed to multiple Emmy Award winning newscasts at KTVB.
Joe Parris Leaves KTVB
After serving KTVB Idaho’s NewsChannel 7 for almost a decade, Parris left the station in February 2026. Following his departure, he has worked for the Idaho Secretary of State, serving as a public information officer.
Joe Parris Social Media Platforms
He is active on his social media accounts and often posts on his Instagram, Facebook, and X(formerly known as Twitter). He has over 1K followers on Facebook, over 800 on Instagram, and over 4.3K on X.