Hikaru Nakamura Net Worth

Hikaru Nakamura's net worth is currently estimated at $5M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

2003$0.1MB

Youngest American Grandmaster

Earns the Grandmaster title at 15, setting a record.

2009$0.3M+200%B

First US Chess Championship

Wins his first U.S. Chess Championship, establishing his dominance.

2011$0.5M+67%A

Achieves Peak Chess Rating

Reaches a peak rating of 2816, becoming one of the highest-rated players.

2020$2M+300%A

Online Chess Streaming Success

Gains popularity as a chess streamer and YouTuber, expanding his influence.

2022$4M+100%A

Fischer Random Champion

Wins the World Fischer Random Chess Championship.

2026$5M+25%A

Chess Streamer and Champion

Continues to compete in chess and stream online, maintaining a prominent position in the chess community.

Last updated: February 24, 2026