Octavia E. Butler Net Worth

Octavia E. Butler's net worth is currently estimated at $4M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

1976$0.001MD

Patternmaster Publication

Publishes Patternmaster, gaining recognition in Science Fiction.

1984$0.05M+4900%C

Hugo Award Winner

Wins Hugo Award for short story, increasing visibility.

1995$1M+1900%A

MacArthur Fellowship Awarded

Receives MacArthur Fellowship, solidifying her status as important author.

2006$4M+300%B

Octavia Butler Passes Away

Octavia Butler passes away but leaves behind vast works.

2026$4MB

Lasting Influence on Genre

Continues to influence speculative fiction with her books.

Last updated: February 24, 2026