Ranked: The 25 Richest Royals in the World Today
As custodians of magnificent palaces, priceless crown jewels, and other incredible treasures, the world’s royals live opulent lifestyles that us commoners can only dream of. But the richest among them have immense personal wealth too, with billion-dollar fortunes built on land holdings, investments, personal brands, and more.
25th. Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex: $60 Million
Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Prince Harry’s fortune has more or less doubled. Despite losing his royal income, he received substantial financial support from his father, then-Prince Charles. Harry also had $30 million in inheritances from Princess Diana and the Queen Mother. Post-“Megxit,” Harry and Meghan secured media deals worth over $100 million and Harry’s memoir, “Spare,” brought in $27 million.
Profile:
| Name | Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex |
|---|---|
| Age | 39 |
| Date of Birth | September 15, 1984 |
| Married | Yes, to Meghan Markle |
| Wealth | $60 million |
| Country | United Kingdom |
24th. King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden: $70 Million
King Carl XVI Gustaf, Europe’s longest-reigning monarch, receives around $8 million annually from Swedish taxpayers. He owns Solliden Palace, a summer residence on Öland Island, which is privately owned by him.
Profile:
| Name | King Carl XVI Gustaf |
|---|---|
| Age | 78 |
| Date of Birth | April 30, 1946 |
| Married | Yes, to Queen Silvia |
| Wealth | $70 million |
| Country | Sweden |
Joint 19th. Caroline, Princess of Hanover: $100 Million
Princess Caroline, the eldest daughter of Monaco’s Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly, derives much of her wealth from inheritances and an allowance from the House of Grimaldi, which totaled $980,000 in 2023.
Profile:
| Name | Caroline, Princess of Hanover |
|---|---|
| Age | 67 |
| Date of Birth | January 23, 1957 |
| Married | Yes, to Prince Ernst of Hanover |
| Wealth | $100 million |
| Country | Monaco |
Joint 19th. Princess Stéphanie of Monaco: $100 Million
Princess Stéphanie has built her fortune through a career as a pop star, model, and entrepreneur. She receives an annual allowance from the Monégasque royal coffers, amounting to $870,000.
Profile:
| Name | Princess Stéphanie of Monaco |
|---|---|
| Age | 59 |
| Date of Birth | February 1, 1965 |
| Married | No |
| Wealth | $100 million |
| Country | Monaco |
Joint 19th. Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy, Prince of Venice: $100 Million
Emanuele Filiberto, Prince of Venice, is a reality TV star in Italy and is devoted to reclaiming his family’s lost assets, including a bid to recoup the House of Savoy’s Crown Jewels.
Profile:
| Name | Emanuele Filiberto of Savoy |
|---|---|
| Age | 51 |
| Date of Birth | June 22, 1972 |
| Married | Yes, to Clotilde Courau |
| Wealth | $100 million |
| Country | Italy |
Joint 19th. King Mswati III of Eswatini: $100 Million
King Mswati III leads a lavish lifestyle with assets including palaces, a $58 million private jet, and a collection of luxury cars. His wealth is difficult to gauge, with estimates ranging up to $100 million.
Profile:
| Name | King Mswati III |
|---|---|
| Age | 56 |
| Date of Birth | April 19, 1968 |
| Married | Yes, 15 wives |
| Wealth | $100 million |
| Country | Eswatini |
Joint 19th. King Tupou VI of Tonga: $100 Million
King Tupou VI, who has been King of Tonga since 2012, is known for his frugal lifestyle compared to his predecessor. Despite his modest personal style, he is very wealthy with several stunning palaces at his disposal.
Profile:
| Name | King Tupou VI |
|---|---|
| Age | 64 |
| Date of Birth | July 12, 1959 |
| Married | Yes, to Queen Nanasipauʻu |
| Wealth | $100 million |
| Country | Tonga |
18th. Charlene, Princess of Monaco: $150 Million
Charlene receives an annual allowance of $1.6 million and is known for her extravagant spending on renovations, designer clothing, and luxury holidays. Her personal fortune is estimated at $150 million.
Profile:
| Name | Charlene, Princess of Monaco |
|---|---|
| Age | 46 |
| Date of Birth | January 25, 1978 |
| Married | Yes, to Prince Albert II |
| Wealth | $150 million |
| Country | Monaco |
17th. Empress Farah Pahlavi: $200 Million
The widow of the last Shah of Iran, Empress Farah Pahlavi was exiled in 1979. Despite the erosion of her family’s vast wealth, she is devoted to philanthropy and has an estimated net worth of $200 million.
Profile:
| Name | Empress Farah Pahlavi |
|---|---|
| Age | 85 |
| Date of Birth | October 14, 1938 |
| Married | Widowed |
| Wealth | $200 million |
| Country | Iran |
16th. King Abdullah II of Jordan: $750 Million
King Abdullah II’s wealth includes a secret property empire worth over $100 million. Allegations of Swiss bank accounts also surfaced, with one account holding $259 million. His estimated net worth is $750 million.
Profile:
| Name | King Abdullah II |
|---|---|
| Age | 62 |
| Date of Birth | January 30, 1962 |
| Married | Yes, to Queen Rania |
| Wealth | $750 million |
| Country | Jordan |
15th. William, Prince of Wales: Up to $1.4 Billion
Prince William’s wealth largely comes from the Duchy of Cornwall, valued at over $1.3 billion. Estimates of his personal fortune vary, with some sources placing it up to $1.4 billion.
Profile:
| Name | William, Prince of Wales |
|---|---|
| Age | 42 |
| Date of Birth | June 21, 1982 |
| Married | Yes, to Catherine, Princess of Wales |
| Wealth | Up to $1.4 billion |
| Country | United Kingdom |
Joint 13th. Marie-Chantal, Crown Princess of Greece: Up to $2 Billion
Marie-Chantal Miller, Crown Princess of Greece, has a fortune primarily from her father, Duty Free Shops tycoon Robert Miller. She also runs a successful luxury childrenswear brand.
Profile:
| Name | Marie-Chantal, Crown Princess of Greece |
|---|---|
| Age | 55 |
| Date of Birth | September 17, 1968 |
| Married | Yes, to Pavlos, Crown Prince of Greece |
| Wealth | Up to $2 billion |
| Country | Greece |
Joint 13th. Juan Carlos I, King Emeritus of Spain: Up to $2 Billion
Living in exile, Juan Carlos I abdicated in 2014 amid financial corruption allegations. His net worth is estimated up to $2 billion, though some reports suggest it’s much lower now.
Profile:
| Name | Juan Carlos I |
|---|---|
| Age | 86 |
| Date of Birth | January 5, 1938 |
| Married | Yes, to Queen Sofía |
| Wealth | Up to $2 billion |
| Country | Spain |
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12th. Albert II, Prince of Monaco: Up to $2.2 Billion
Albert II’s finances were exposed in a bombshell investigation, revealing his lavish spending. He controls substantial assets, including stakes in the Société des Bains de Mer de Monaco.
Profile:
| Name | Albert II, Prince of Monaco |
|---|---|
| Age | 66 |
| Date of Birth | March 14, 1958 |
| Married | Yes, to Charlene, Princess of Monaco |
| Wealth | Up to $2.2 billion |
| Country | Monaco |
11th. King Charles III: Up to $2.3 Billion
King Charles’s wealth includes Balmoral Castle, the Sandringham Estate, and a Monet painting. He also receives profits from the Duchy of Lancaster, worth $844 million.
Profile:
| Name | King Charles III |
|---|---|
| Age | 75 |
| Date of Birth | November 14, 1948 |
| Married | Yes, to Queen Camilla |
| Wealth | Up to $2.3 billion |
| Country | United Kingdom |
10th. Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar: $2.4 Billion
Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani owns prime real estate in the UK and a $500 million superyacht. His personal fortune is estimated at $2.4 billion.
Profile:
| Name | Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani |
|---|---|
| Age | 43 |
| Date of Birth | June 3, 1980 |
| Married | Yes, three wives |
| Wealth | $2.4 billion |
| Country | Qatar |
9th. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud: $5 Billion
Known for his extravagant spending, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman owns the $544 million Serene superyacht and a $300 million château. His wealth is estimated at $5 billion.
Profile:
| Name | Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud |
|---|---|
| Age | 38 |
| Date of Birth | August 31, 1985 |
| Married | Yes, to Sara bint Mashoor |
| Wealth | $5 billion |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
8th. King Mohammed VI of Morocco: $6 Billion
King Mohammed VI has a controlling stake in Société Nationale d’Investissement and interests in finance, agriculture, and more. His estimated net worth is $6 billion.
Profile:
| Name | King Mohammed VI |
|---|---|
| Age | 60 |
| Date of Birth | August 21, 1963 |
| Married | Yes, to Princess Lalla Salma |
| Wealth | $6 billion |
| Country | Morocco |
7th. Hans-Adam II, Prince of Liechtenstein: $10.2 Billion
Hans-Adam II owns a private bank with $352 billion in assets and numerous castles and palaces. His net worth is estimated at $10.2 billion.
Profile:
| Name | Hans-Adam II, Prince of Liechtenstein |
|---|---|
| Age | 79 |
| Date of Birth | February 14, 1945 |
| Married | Yes, to Marie, Princess of Liechtenstein |
| Wealth | $10.2 billion |
| Country | Liechtenstein |
6th. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, Emir of Dubai: $14 Billion
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum owns prime real estate globally and a $500 million superyacht. His net worth is estimated at $14 billion.
Profile:
| Name | Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum |
|---|---|
| Age | 74 |
| Date of Birth | July 15, 1949 |
| Married | Multiple wives |
| Wealth | $14 billion |
| Country | UAE |
5th. Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud: $14.4 Billion
Prince Alwaleed’s business empire spans financial services and real estate. Despite a financial hit in 2017, his net worth is $14.4 billion.
Profile:
| Name | Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud |
|---|---|
| Age | 68 |
| Date of Birth | March 7, 1955 |
| Married | Divorced |
| Wealth | $14.4 billion |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
4th. Prince Karim al-Husayni, Aga Khan IV: Up to $16.8 Billion
The Aga Khan’s wealth comes from his followers’ donations and his horse-breeding business. Estimates of his net worth range up to $16.8 billion.
Profile:
| Name | Prince Karim al-Husayni, Aga Khan IV |
|---|---|
| Age | 87 |
| Date of Birth | December 13, 1936 |
| Married | Divorced |
| Wealth | Up to $16.8 billion |
| Country | France/Switzerland |
3rd. King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud: Up to $20 Billion
King Salman, the richest individual member of the Saudi Royal Family, has assets including palaces and a private jet. His net worth is up to $20 billion.
Profile:
| Name | King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud |
|---|---|
| Age | 88 |
| Date of Birth | December 31, 1935 |
| Married | Multiple wives |
| Wealth | Up to $20 billion |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
2nd. Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei: $30 Billion
The Sultan of Brunei’s wealth is built on oil, with a fortune estimated at $30 billion. He has held the throne since 1967.
Profile:
| Name | Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei |
|---|---|
| Age | 77 |
| Date of Birth | July 15, 1946 |
| Married | Multiple wives |
| Wealth | $30 billion |
| Country | Brunei |
1st. King Maha Vajiralongkorn: Up to $45 Billion
King Maha Vajiralongkorn, Thailand’s wealthiest royal, controls billions of dollars in assets through the Crown Property Bureau, with a fortune up to $45 billion.
Profile:
| Name | King Maha Vajiralongkorn |
|---|---|
| Age | 71 |
| Date of Birth | July 28, 1952 |
| Married | Multiple wives |
| Wealth | Up to $45 billion |
| Country | Thailand |