How many times has Steve Austin been WWE champion?

OK I know you only asked for WWE championship but I'll include all titles:

TWF: TWF Tag Team Champion (1)

WCW: WCW U.S. Heavyweight Champion (2)

WCW World Tag Team Champion (1)

WCW World Television Champion (2)

NWA World Tag Team Champion (1)

WWF: Million Dollar Champion (1)

WWF Champion (6)

WWF Intercontinental Champion (2)

WWF Tag Team Champion (4)

Other Accomplishments:

WWF King Of The Ring (1996)

WWF Royal Rumble Winner (1997, 1998, 2001)

1997 Slammy Award Winner : Freedom of Speech

Fifth Triple Crown Champion

WWE Hall Of Fame (Class of 2009)