Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1981$0.01MD
"Ain't I a Woman?" published
Her first major work laid the groundwork for critical race theory.
1984$0.05M+400%C
Feminist Theory Published
Her feminist theory gained traction with college students.
1994$0.2M+300%C
Teaching at City College
She began teaching at City College in New York City.
2000$0.5M+150%C
Critical acclaim and recognition
She gained recognition for her perspectives on feminism.
2004$1M+100%C
Teaching at Berea College
She accepted a position as a professor at Berea College.
2014$2M+100%C
Continued writing and lectures
She continued to lecture and write until her death.
2021$3M+50%C
Passing and end of legacy
She passed away and leaves a legacy as a feminist intellectual.
2026$3MC
Enduring Legacy of Work
Her books remain highly influential within the fields of feminist and race studies
Last updated: February 21, 2026