The Wealthiest American Dynasties, Ranked

When Steve Jobs passed away in 2011, he left behind more than just Apple’s legacy—a $10.8 billion fortune. The lion’s share went to his wife, Laurene Powell Jobs, who has since grown that inheritance into an estimated $22 billion empire.

Far from resting on the laurels of Apple stock, she expanded her portfolio through investments in media, education, and philanthropy via the Emerson Collective. Jobs’ four children also received portions of his wealth, ensuring the family’s financial security.