Health Guru Net Worth Index (2026): Complete Rankings of Wellness Industry Wealth

The definitive guide to who’s making money in wellness—and exactly how they’re doing it.

About This Index

The wellness industry generates over $5 trillion globally, and the figures profiled here capture a meaningful share. This health guru net worth index tracks physicians, biohackers, authors, and entrepreneurs who have built wealth through health optimization, longevity medicine, and wellness content. We update profiles quarterly and add new entries as figures emerge.

Net worth estimates come from public filings, reported funding rounds, book sales data, and industry analysis. All figures should be treated as estimates—private wealth is inherently difficult to verify. We note confidence levels and sourcing for each profile.

Profiles are organized into three tiers based on wealth magnitude and cultural influence, plus category hubs for specialized browsing.

Tier 1: The $50M+ Club

The biggest names in wellness—tech founders, media moguls, and physician-entrepreneurs who’ve built nine-figure empires.

Name Est. Net Worth Primary Source Profile
Bryan Johnson $400-600M Braintree/Venmo exit, Blueprint Full Profile →
Tim Ferriss $100M Uber investment, books, podcast Full Profile →
Deepak Chopra $150M Books, Chopra Global, speaking Full Profile →
Dr. Oz $100M+ TV show, endorsements, politics Full Profile →
Daniel Amen $50-100M Amen Clinics, 40+ books, PBS Full Profile →
Dave Asprey $50-100M Bulletproof Coffee, Upgrade Labs Full Profile →
Mark Hyman $30-50M Cleveland Clinic, books, Function Health Full Profile →
Peter Attia $20-40M Early Warning Labs, Outlive, podcast Full Profile →
Andrew Huberman $20-30M Podcast #1 health, Stanford, Momentous Full Profile →
Rhonda Patrick $10-20M FoundMyFitness, supplements, podcast Full Profile →

Tier 2: Rising Stars ($2M-$50M)

Emerging authorities with strong momentum—bestselling authors, viral content creators, and next-generation clinicians.

Name Est. Net Worth Primary Source Profile
Calley Means $10-20M Truemed founder, MAHA policy Full Profile →
Eric Berg $10-15M 13.5M YouTube subs, supplements Full Profile →
Steven Gundry $8-70M Plant Paradox, Gundry MD supplements Full Profile →
Rangan Chatterjee $5-10M UK’s top health podcast, BBC, books Full Profile →
Ben Greenfield $5-8M Kion supplements, Boundless, coaching Full Profile →
Jason Fung $5-10M Obesity Code, The Fasting Method Full Profile →
David Perlmutter $5-15M Grain Brain (54 weeks NYT), supplements Full Profile →
Casey Means $5M Levels Health co-founder, Good Energy Full Profile →
Sara Gottfried $3-8M The Hormone Cure, Harvard-trained Full Profile →
Tara Swart $3-8M The Source, MIT lecturer, exec coaching Full Profile →
Robert Lustig $3-5M Sugar: Bitter Truth (25M views), UCSF Full Profile →
Mindy Pelz $3-8M Fast Like a Girl, 110M YouTube views Full Profile →
Robert Whitfield $3-8M Explant surgery, healthspan medicine Full Profile →
Gabrielle Lyon $2-5M Forever Strong, Muscle-Centric Medicine Full Profile →
Max Lugavere $2-4M Genius Foods NYT bestseller Full Profile →
Chris Van Tulleken $2-5M Ultra-Processed People, BBC doctor Full Profile →
Shawn Baker $2-5M Carnivore Diet, MeatRx platform Full Profile →
Jonathan Kuo $1-3M Extension Health NYC longevity clinic Full Profile →

Browse by Category

Explore profiles organized by specialty, business model, or background.

Doctors & Longevity Medicine

Board-certified physicians who’ve built wellness empires: Peter Attia, Mark Hyman, Jason Fung, Casey Means, and more. Clinical credentials meet content creation.

Biohackers & Wellness Founders

Self-experimenters and startup founders: Bryan Johnson, Dave Asprey, Ben Greenfield, Tim Ferriss. Tech-meets-biology wealth builders.

Celebrity Wellness Entrepreneurs

Famous names who’ve monetized health: Gwyneth Paltrow (Goop), Dr. Oz, Deepak Chopra. When celebrity meets wellness commerce.

Health Podcast Empires

Audio-first fortunes: Andrew Huberman, Rangan Chatterjee, Tim Ferriss. The hosts who’ve monetized millions of downloads.

How They Make Money: Business Model Deep Dives

Understanding how health influencers monetize—from supplements to speaking fees to equity stakes.

Local Wellness Guides

Where high-net-worth individuals access premium wellness services.

Our Methodology

Net worth estimates derive from multiple sources:

  • Public filings: SEC documents, company registrations, property records
  • Funding announcements: Crunchbase, PitchBook, press releases for venture-backed companies
  • Book sales: Publisher reports, Amazon rankings, industry estimates (typically $2-4 royalty per hardcover)
  • Media rates: Podcast sponsorship data, speaking fee databases, industry surveys
  • Expert estimates: Celebrity Net Worth, Forbes, wealth tracking publications

All figures represent estimates based on available information. Private individuals’ actual wealth may differ significantly. We update profiles as new information becomes available and welcome corrections via our contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the richest health guru?

Bryan Johnson, founder of Braintree/Venmo, has the highest estimated net worth among health-focused figures at $400-600 million. His wealth comes from his tech exit rather than health content, but he now dedicates his resources to longevity research through Blueprint. Among those who built wealth primarily through health content, Deepak Chopra ($150M) and Tim Ferriss ($100M) lead the rankings.

How do health influencers make money?

Health influencers typically monetize through multiple channels: book royalties ($2-4 per copy), podcast sponsorships ($40,000-100,000 per episode for top shows), supplement sales (40-60% margins), speaking fees ($15,000-150,000 per keynote), online courses, and concierge medical practice fees ($5,000-25,000+ annually). The wealthiest combine several streams while maintaining equity in health tech companies.

How accurate are these net worth estimates?

All net worth figures are estimates based on public information. Actual wealth may be higher (unreported investments) or lower (debt, expenses). We provide ranges rather than precise figures and note our confidence level and sources. Private company valuations are particularly uncertain until exit events.

Stay Updated

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