Richest Black Folks in the USA. Even Though We're not simply Black, This is Still Inspiring....

Too often we see images and real life scenarios of whites being wealthy, having all this money..... It can almost seem one sided...

The History of America and Centuries of Slavery of African Americans has caused much o the generational and earned wealth to be slighted...even in 2025. We are still, many of us struggling to survive. Unemployment is at a high. Many times it seems harder than ever to climb to the top. So back to being one sided....

Even discouraging...whether your mixed or not.

In case your wondering. Who and where are the more brown n black rich are...

Are there even rich black people in America?

Learning about rich black folks, can also help inspire us mixed Folks to reach for the top.

Based on Forbes' 2024 and 2025 lists, here are some of the wealthiest Black people in the U.S.: 

Top U.S. Black billionaires

Its Possible to be brown or tan and be rich in todays world!

• David Steward:

  

  

• The co-founder of World Wide Technology, an IT provider, was named the wealthiest Black person in the U.S. on the 2024 Forbes 400 list, with a net worth of $11.4 billion.

• Robert F. Smith: This investor and founder of private equity firm Vista Equity Partners has an estimated net worth of over $10 billion, ranking just behind David Steward.

• Alexander Karp:

  

• As the co-founder and CEO of software firm Palantir Technologies, his net worth has grown to over $4 billion, landing him on the Forbes 400 list.

• Michael Jordan: The basketball legend's fortune, estimated at around $3.5 billion, comes from his iconic brand, endorsements, and investments. 

Other prominent U.S. Black billionaires

While the minimum net worth to make the 2024 Forbes 400 list was $3.3 billion, many other Black Americans hold billionaire status, including: 

• Oprah Winfrey: A media mogul with a net worth estimated at $3 billion, she was the first Black woman billionaire in the U.S..

• Jay-Z (Shawn Carter): The rapper turned entrepreneur has built a diverse business portfolio, with a net worth around $2.5 billion.

• Tope Awotona: As the founder of scheduling software company Calendly, his net worth is estimated at $1.4 billion.

• Tyler Perry: The filmmaker and actor has built a media empire with a net worth estimated at $1.4 billion.

• Rihanna: The singer and co-owner of Fenty Beauty is worth an estimated $1.4 billion.

• Tiger Woods: The golf legend's wealth, largely from endorsements, is estimated at $1.3 billion.

• LeBron James: The NBA star's ventures and endorsements have made him a billionaire with a net worth of $1.2 billion.

• Magic Johnson (Earvin Johnson): A successful entrepreneur and former basketball player with a net worth of around $1.2 billion.

• Sheila Johnson: The co-founder of BET has a net worth estimated at $1 billion. 

Are there any other prominent Black entrepreneurs, leaders, or athletes you'd like to learn more about?