From Nicki Minaj to Cardi B: These are the Richest Female Rappers in the World

While the rap industry was dominated by male artists during the 80s and 90s, pioneering female rappers like MC Lyte (Lana Michele Moorer) and Queen Latifah (Dana Elaine Owens) began changing the game early on. Today, many successful female rap artists have not only built impressive careers but also amassed significant fortunes. From Nicki Minaj to Cardi B, here are the richest female rappers in the world.

With great fаme and fortune comes intense competition. The Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar rap beef has captivated fans, but rap feuds aren’t exclusive to male rappers. Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion also had a public diss-track bаttle, sparked by a perceived dig at Minaj’s husband in Stallion’s track “Hiss.” Minaj responded with “Big Foot,” referencing the July 2020 incident where Tory Lanez shot Megan in the foot.

Rap Beefs and CollaborationsMinaj is no stranger to rap feuds, having a long-standing beef with fellow rapper Cardi B. Their infamous altercation at a New York Fashion Week party in 2018 saw Cardi B throwing her red Elie Saab platform heel at Minaj.

Despite these battles, female rappers have also collaborated to produce iconic hip-hop tracks. Notable collaborations include “Princess Diana” by Ice Spice and Nicki Minaj, and “Put It On Da Floor Again” by Latto and Cardi B. Each of these artists has emerged as a major force in the rap industry. Here’s a look at the richest female rappers and their staggering net worths.

Richest Female Rappers with Staggering Net WorthsNicki MinajNet worth: USԀ 150 millionMost streamed song on Spotify: “Tusa”

Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty, popularly known as Nicki Minaj, is one of the most successful female rappers. Her rise to global stardom involved overcoming numerous personal challenges. Minaj’s debut studio album, Pink Friday (2010), topped the US Billboard 200 chart, making her the first female solo rapper to have her debut album reach number one. She repeated this feat with Pink Friday 2 in 2023, making her the female rapper with the most No. 1 albums.

As of 2024, Minaj’s net worth stands at USԀ 150 million. Forbes listed her among the highest-paid rappers in 2019 with earnings of USԀ 29 million. She earns USԀ 250,000 for guest verses and has added to her wealth through ventures like a USԀ 12 million paycheck for judging American Idol in 2013, and successful concert tours. Minaj also has lucrative endorsement deals with brands such as MAC Cosmetics, Pepsi, and Adidas.

Cardi BNet worth: USԀ 80 millionMost streamed song on Spotify: “I Like It”

Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar Cephus, known as Cardi B, is another prominent female rapper with a global fanbase and over 18 billiоn streams on Spotify. Her Һit tracks include “WAP” (ft. Megan Thee Stallion) and “Bodak Yellow.” Cardi B made history by becoming the first solo female artist to win the Best Rap Album Grammy for Invasion of Privacy in 2019.

Before her music career, Cardi B starred in VH1’s Love & Hip Hop and worked as an exotic dancer. Her net worth in 2024 is USԀ 80 million. Cardi B commands USԀ 1.5 – 2 million per performance and earns between USԀ 70,000 to over USԀ 200,000 for collaborations. Despite her immense wealth, Cardi B has spoken about the difficulty of supporting her extended family, often having to balance generosity with financial responsibility.

These female rappers have not only dominated the music charts but have also become some of the wealthiest and most influential figures in the hip-hop industry.