Forbes 2024 Lists 19 Dallas Billionaires

The 2024 Forbes list of the 400 richest Americans features 19 billionaires from the Dallas-Fort Worth area, reflecting a total wealth increase of $1 trillion since 2023, culminating in a collective net worth of $5.4 trillion. Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones ranks 48th nationally with $15.2 billion, while Walmart heiress Alice Walton leads the DFW area with $89.2 billion, a significant rise from last year's $56.7 billion. Elon Musk remains the richest American with $244 billion, despite a $7 billion decline, while newcomers like Lyndal Stephens Greth are also making headlines with a net worth of $32.3 billion. Nationally, 801 billionaires now hold $6.22 trillion, with the top five including Musk and Larry Ellison, whose wealth has significantly surged since the pandemic. The list showcases a notable generational shift, featuring 26 billionaires under 50, including the youngest, Lukas Walton, and venture capitalist Josh Kushner. The longevity of wealth is highlighted by 11 individuals who have maintained their status on the Forbes 400 list since its inception in 1982, showcasing their immense growth over the decades.