5 Miami Billionaires Make the 2025 World’s Richest People List
The ultra-rich just got richer. According to Forbes, a record-breaking 3,028 billionaires now hold a combined net worth of $16.2 trillion in 2025. Among them, five Miami residents have climbed into the top 400 richest people in the world. Here’s a closer look at five Miami billionaires making global headlines.
Miami’s Wealthiest Billionaires in 2025
Jeff Bezos – Ranked No. 3
Net Worth: $215 billion
The Amazon founder and Blue Origin space pioneer now lives in Miami. His fortune soared after stepping down as Amazon’s CEO, earning him the No. 3 global spot.
Ken Griffin – Ranked No. 35
Net Worth: $42.3 billion
Griffin leads Citadel, a powerhouse in global finance. He’s also one of Miami’s top real estate investors, solidifying his place among the city’s elite.
Josh Harris – Ranked No. 274
Net Worth: $9.9 billion
Harris co-founded Apollo Global Management and owns stakes in the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils. His diverse investments helped land him in the top 300.
Orlando Bravo – Ranked No. 280
Net Worth: $9.8 billion
Bravo is a major player in private equity, best known for co-founding Thoma Bravo, which focuses on software and tech deals. His wealth continues to grow with the tech boom.
Micky Arison – Ranked No. 343
Net Worth: $8.7 billion
Arison owns the Miami Heat and Carnival Cruise Line. His dual influence in sports and hospitality keeps him among the world’s wealthiest.
Miami’s Billionaire Boom
Miami is quickly becoming a global billionaire magnet. From luxury real estate to tax advantages, the city attracts high-net-worth individuals from across the world. Many of them now reside in the ultra-exclusive Indian Creek Village, often called “Billionaire Bunker.”
These financial titans don’t just call Miami home — they’re shaping its future. As their wealth grows, so does the city’s global influence.
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