Colton Dixon Biography: Height, Age, Wife, Children, Net Worth, Parents, Songs, Albums, Wiki

Michael Colton Dixon also known as Colton Dixon is a dynamic American contemporary Christian music singer-songwriter and musician known for his powerful piano-driven anthems and rock-influenced worship sound.

Through his rise on American Idol Season 11, multi-award-winning albums like A Messenger and Anchor, and heartfelt hits such as “You Are,” “Build a Boat,” and “In Spite of Me,” he has inspired millions with messages of faith, identity, and God’s unwavering presence while balancing a thriving music career with family life.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Michael Colton Dixon
• Stage Name: Colton Dixon
• Born: October 19, 1991
• Age: 34 years old
• Birthplace: Murfreesboro, Tennessee, USA
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Musician
• Height: 6 feet (1.83 m)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Michael Dixon and Teresa Dixon
• Siblings: Schyler Dixon
• Spouse: Annie Coggeshall
• Children: Ava Dior Dixon and Athens Elizabeth Dixon
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million USD

Early Life and Education

Michael Colton Dixon was born on October 19, 1991, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, USA. He was raised by his parents, Michael Dixon and Teresa Dixon, in a middle-class Christian family where faith and music were central.

His father runs a face-painting and airbrush company. He grew up with one younger sister, Schyler Dixon, and the siblings formed a Christian band together in their youth.

Colton sang in his high school choir for four years and attended Middle Tennessee Christian School, graduating in 2010. He is a devout Christian who has always openly expressed his faith. His ethnicity is Caucasian. His religion is Christianity.

Career

Colton Dixon first gained national attention in 2012 during Season 11 of American Idol, where he became a fan favorite and finished in seventh place. Although he initially auditioned to support his sister Schyler, the judges encouraged him to compete, launching his solo career.

After the show, he signed with Sparrow Records and released his debut album A Messenger in 2013, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Christian Albums chart and earned him GMA Dove Awards for Best Rock/Contemporary Album.

His follow-up Anchor (2014) also topped Christian charts, featuring hits like “More of You.” Subsequent releases include Identity (2017), The Calm Before the Storm (2015 EP), Canvas (2023 EP), and recent singles such as “Up + Up,” “Build a Boat” (featuring Gabby Barrett), and “In Spite of Me” (2026).

With over 289 million streams, multiple No. 1 Christian radio hits, and tours across the US, Colton has built a loyal following through energetic live performances and authentic songwriting rooted in personal faith journeys.

He continues to release music under Atlantic/Hear It Loud and remains active in the Christian music scene, inspiring fans with themes of resilience and divine purpose.

Awards and Nominations

• GMA Dove Award – Best Rock/Contemporary Album (A Messenger, 2013)
• GMA Dove Award – Best Rock/Contemporary Album (Anchor, 2015)
• GMA Dove Award Nomination – Song of the Year (“Build a Boat,” 2023)
• New Artist of the Year Nomination (2013)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @coltondixonmusic
• Facebook: Colton Dixon Music
• YouTube Channel: Colton Dixon
• Official Website: coltondixon.com

Personal Life

Colton Dixon, 34 years old, has been married to Annie Coggeshall since January 8, 2016. The couple met while rehearsing for American Idol and dated long-distance for several years before tying the knot.

They are proud parents of identical twin daughters, Ava Dior Dixon and Athens Elizabeth Dixon, born on August 18, 2020, after a challenging delivery that strengthened their faith.

Colton often shares about the joy and chaos of being a “girl dad” while prioritizing family time alongside his music ministry. His height is 6 feet (1.83 m).

Net Worth

Colton Dixon‘s net worth is estimated at $2 million USD. His income primarily comes from music sales and streaming of albums and singles, record label deals with Sparrow Records and Atlantic/Hear It Loud, live concert tours and Christian music festivals, GMA Dove Award-winning projects, and royalties from radio hits.

Discography

• In Spite of Me (2026 single)
• Up + Up (2024 single)
• Canvas (2023 EP)
• Build a Boat (feat. Gabby Barrett, 2023 single)
• Identity (2017 album)
• Anchor (2014 album)
• A Messenger (2013 album)
• The Calm Before the Storm (2015 EP)
• The Love I Have For You (2025 single)