Maya Angelou Net Worth
View full profileMaya Angelou's net worth is currently estimated at $5M in 2026.
Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1950$0.01MD
Singer and Dancer Start
Begins her career as a singer and dancer in Europe.
1969$0.1M+900%C
'Caged Bird' Published
Publishes 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings', achieving critical acclaim.
1970$0.5M+400%B
Becoming a Writer
Establishes herself as a prominent writer and activist.
1993$1M+100%B
Inaugural Poet
Recites her poem 'On the Pulse of Morning' at President Clinton's inauguration.
2000$3M+200%B
Cultural Icon
Becomes a cultural icon, known for her writings and activism.
2014$5M+67%B
Death and Legacy
Passes away, leaving behind a legacy of literature and social justice.