Donald Trump's Net Worth: A Look at the Next U.S. President's Wealth

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - When ran for president of the United States in 2016, many were skeptical of his prospects for victory. He was seen as arrogant and controversial, leading to a perception of him as a less-than-likable leader.

However, on January 20, 2017, Trump took over the government. On January 20, 2025, he would return to the White House as the 47th President, succeeding Joe Biden.

Aside from his controversies, Trump is also viewed as a wealthy figure, given the fact that he is a successful businessman with a sprawling business empire. Forbes even reported that his net worth saw a huge jump at the beginning of January 2025, leading to his current net worth of US$7 billion.

Citing Forbes, Investopedia, and CBS News, let’s break down President-elect Donald Trump’s net worth and find out where those dollars come from.

How Much is Donald Trump’s Net Worth in 2025?

As mentioned above, Donald Trump experienced a spike in his net worth of US$868 million at the beginning of January 2025, days before his inauguration.

This surge majorly contributed to his current fortune at a whopping US$7 billion, an increase of US$1 billion from last month's net worth of US$6.2 billion. At the same time, Trump Media’s share price surged by over 20 percent.

Forbes explained that while the significant growth in his wealth was attributable to Trump’s transfer of 57 percent of his media company’s stakes to his revocable living trust, the triggering factor for the rise in the Trump Media’s share price remained unclear.

Donald Trump’s Sources of Wealth

The real question now is: how can Donald Trump be an extremely well-off figure? With a staggering net worth of US$7 billion, where do all those numbers in his bank account come from?

To give you a general idea, Trump’s net worth is deeply rooted in real estate development, with investments in his media company and even digital assets, like cryptocurrencies, adding to his income stream.

For more, here is what we know about the president-elect's sources of wealth, as highlighted in Investopedia and CBS News:

1. Real Estate

A large portion of The Apprentice star's wealth stems from real estate, including a series of luxury golf courses and residential buildings in New York City (NYC). Starting with a US$1 million loan from his father—Fred Trump, who was a real estate developer, he built a portfolio of luxury skyscrapers, hotels, and resorts.

His flagship properties include Trump Tower in NYC and Mar-a-Lago in Florida, as well as his 1290 Avenue of the Americas, which serves as one of Trump’s largest assets worth approximately US$500 million.

2. Trump Media and Technology Group Shares

Trump also builds his income on shares in the Trump Media and Technology Group (DJT). Established in 2021, the latter describes a social media company that owns a platform called Truth Social.

Investopedia informed that Trump's holdings in Trump Media and Technology amount to 114.75 million shares, as well as some additional 36 million earnout shares. These figures are worth about US$5.6 billion, making a substantial contribution to his net worth, as per Forbes.

3. Cryptocurrencies and NFTs

Beyond real estate and Trump Media, the 1946-born businessman also ventures into the world of digital assets, notably and NFTs. Trump claimed that he earned a good US$7.2 million from an NFT licensing deal.

4. Other Assets and Income Streams

In addition to his luxurious properties, Forbes reported that Trump also owns mansions, a winery, and a 1991 Boeing 757 named Trump Force One. The president-elect also makes money from selling Bibles.

To be precise, he has partnered with singer Lee Greenwood to endorse a US$59.99 Bible, which has earned him $300,000 in royalties.

Furthermore, his book, The Art of the Deal, and his appearance on The Apprentice also brought him additional dollars.

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