3. Missy Elliot — $50 million
Beyond the fact that she’s made one of the most iconic comebacks of all time, Missy Elliot earned her millions back in the early 2000s. A five-time Grammy Award winner and the best-selling female rapper in Nielsen Music history (according to Billboard), this artist has also diversified her wealth through her label and real estate.
2. Queen Latifah – $70 million
Undeniably one of female rap’s pioneers, Queen Latifah is a woman of many talents, with credits in rapping, songwriting, singing, acting, and producing. The second richest female rapper in the world has a wealth that was mostly driven by her early hip hop success, as well as her Oscar-nominated acting roles and lucrative brand partnerships.
1. Nicki Minaj – $150 million
Despite her recent controversies and political opinions that have had many fans turning their back on this rapper, she still managed to rake in 150 million USD to date. The Trinidadian-American rapper first emerged as Lil Wayne’s protege, and her 2010 debut album ”Pink Friday” launched her to the top of the charts. Billboard and Vibe ranked her as the greatest female rapper of all time in 2023, after she won 20 awards.