Bill Gates Net Worth

Bill Gates's net worth is currently estimated at $115B in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

1975$0.001MF

Microsoft Founded

Co-founded Microsoft with Paul Allen in Albuquerque, NM.

1980$10M+999900%B

MS-DOS Agreement with IBM

Microsoft was selected by IBM to provide the operating system for its first PC.

1986$350M+3400%A

Microsoft Goes Public

Microsoft goes public, making Gates a multi-millionaire.

1995$12B+3329%S

Windows 95 Release

Release of Windows 95 solidifies Microsoft's operating system dominance.

1999$100B+733%S

First Centibillionaire

Became the first centibillionaire due to the dot-com boom.

2000$60B-40%S

Steps Down as CEO

Stepped down as CEO of Microsoft to focus on philanthropy.

2008$58B-3%S

Focus on Foundation

Transitioned to a part-time role at Microsoft to focus on Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

2020$100B+72%S

Leaves Microsoft Board

Fully stepped down from Microsoft's board.

2025$115B+15%S

Continued Philanthropic Efforts

Continues philanthropic work through the Gates Foundation.