David V. Auld has been the CEO and President of D.R. Horton, Inc., one of America’s leading homebuilders, since 2014. He’s been with the company for over 35 years, starting as a Division President back in 1988 and working his...

David V. Auld has been the CEO and President of D.R. Horton, Inc., one of America’s leading homebuilders, since 2014. He’s been with the company for over 35 years, starting as a Division President back in 1988 and working his way up through various management roles. His leadership helped the company grow significantly, focusing on connecting executive rewards directly with the firm’s performance. Auld's total compensation hit around $32 million in 2023, mainly from stock grants tied to how well the company did, specifically linked to its pre-tax income. He now also serves on D.R. Horton’s Board of Directors, which reflects both his deep experience and commitment to aligning with the company's long-term goals. Interestingly, none of his board role adds extra pay, showing a commitment to the company's mission.

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David V. Auld

Ex-CEO of D.R. Horton

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from Texas Tech University

Field of Expertise

Finance & Banking - Finance

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

February 14, 1956 - 69 years ago

CEO of D.R. Horton for

9 years 0 months (Oct 2014 - Oct 2023)

Previous Experience

Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Region President overseeing homebuilding operations in Florida, North and South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of David V. Auld

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Phillipe Lord

CEO of Meritage Homes

2022 Compensation

Stock

$17.53M

Salary

$900.00K

Bonus

$5.63M

Other

$62.53K

Total Holdings

$21.04M

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Eugene J. Bredow

CEO of NVR

2023 Compensation

Stock

$250.00K

Salary

$500.00K

Bonus

$150.00K

Other

$50.00K

Total Holdings

$20.85M

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Matthew J. Flannery

CEO of United Rentals

2023 Compensation

Stock

$20.13M

Salary

$1.10M

Bonus

$1.05M

Other

$23.28K

Total Holdings

$64.18M

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Douglas C. Yearley, Jr.

CEO of Toll Brothers

2023 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.20M

Bonus

$7.80M

Other

$0.00

Total Holdings

$44.98M

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Ryan R. Marshall

CEO of Pultegroup

2023 Compensation

Stock

$10.97M

Salary

$1.00M

Bonus

$4.09M

Other

$35.21K

Total Holdings

$73.36M

Holdings

See how much did David V. Auld make over time.

David V. Auld's stock holdings in D.R. Horton represent a significant part of his wealth. In 2023, he received about 257,000 shares through vesting stock options, adding substantial value to his overall compensation package, which was around $32 million. During...

David V. Auld's stock holdings in D.R. Horton represent a significant part of his wealth. In 2023, he received about 257,000 shares through vesting stock options, adding substantial value to his overall compensation package, which was around $32 million. During his time as CEO, he has seen his total stock holdings fluctuate significantly based on the company's performance in the housing market. For instance, Auld's wealth was heavily concentrated in his stock when D.R. Horton reported high profits, leading to substantial payouts from vested stocks. He continues to hold considerable stock in the company, ensuring his interests are closely tied to its future success. The vested stock for 2023 alone was valued at over $26 million, emphasizing how much of his financial success is linked to the company's achievements.

Mar 18, 2025

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shares

DHI @ $127.85

Total Stock Sold

$10.44M

DHI

$10.44M

178,385 DHI shares

What if they kept their stock?

If David V. Auld didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra DHI178,385 shares worth $7.07M.
This is -32.24% and $3.37M less than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

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627,121 shares

DHI

Recent Charitable Transactions

DHI

20,000 shares

DHI

Dec 16, 2024

Charity

DHI

25,000 shares

DHI

Dec 15, 2023

Charity

DHI

22,300 shares

DHI

Dec 13, 2022

Charity

DHI

28,067 shares

DHI

Mar 11, 2022

Charity

DHI

28,067 shares

DHI

Mar 11, 2022

Charity

DHI

36,000 shares

DHI

Dec 16, 2020

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of David V. Auld.

DHI

20,000 shares

DHI

Dec 16, 2024

Charity

DHI

10,549 shares

DHI

Oct 30, 2024

Received

DHI

9,499 shares

DHI

Apr 19, 2024

Received

DHI

$3.91M

DHI at $156.33/share

Mar 20, 2024

Sale

DHI

25,000 shares

DHI

Dec 15, 2023

Charity

DHI

36,419 shares

DHI

Oct 31, 2023

Received

DHI

24,589 shares

DHI

Apr 18, 2023

Received

DHI

22,300 shares

DHI

Dec 13, 2022

Charity

DHI

48,059 shares

DHI

Oct 26, 2022

Received

DHI

45,609 shares

DHI

Apr 19, 2022

Received

Compensation History

See how much did David V. Auld make over time.

In 2023, David V. Auld's compensation was about $32 million, a mix of salary, vested stock, and other benefits. His base salary stays at $700,000, but the big chunk comes from performance-based bonuses tied to the company’s pre-tax income. In recent years, he has not received cash bonuses due to caps on performance bonus programs, which highlights the focus on long-term company earnings. Notably, his incentives are deeply linked to the firm’s financial performance, aligning his payoff directly with the company’s success or failure. Auld's total compensation has steadily increased over the years, but it emphasizes stock performance, ensuring he shares in the risks and rewards of D.R. Horton’s business. This strategy keeps leaders focused on driving long-term results rather than short-term gains.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$27.30M

Salary

$700.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes performance-based incentives aligned with long-term stockholder value, with a significant portion of total compensation being at risk based on company performance.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No annual cash bonus was awarded for fiscal 2023; however, a performance-based bonus was tied to pre-tax income, which is reflected in the total compensation.

Other

$79.90K

Board Justification

Includes contributions to the SERP 2 and matching contributions to the 401(k) plan.

Restricted Stock

$26.52M(256.97K RSU)

Board Justification

The vested stock includes time-based restricted stock units and performance restricted stock units that vested during the fiscal year 2023.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for the fiscal year included pre-tax income, with bonuses tied to achieving specific financial targets.

Other D.R. Horton CEOs

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Donald J. Tomnitz

Ex-CEO of D.R. Horton

November 1998 - September 2014

Paul J. Romanowski

CEO of D.R. Horton

October 2023 - Present