Richest People in North Carolina 2026

The 6 richest people in North Carolina in 2026, ranked by estimated net worth, with a combined fortune of $32.6B. James Goodnight tops the list. Each name links to a full profile with wealth sources and biography. Figures are estimates from public sources and may vary.

#NameCityNet Worth
1James GoodnightCary$14.1B
2John SallCary$6.9B
3Tim SweeneyCary$5.1B
4Roy Carroll IIGreensboro$2.6B
5Dennis GillingsDurham$2.2B
6J. Frank Harrison III & familyCharlotte$1.8B

Who is the richest person in North Carolina?

James Goodnight is the richest person in North Carolina on this leaderboard, with an estimated net worth of $14.1B. Rankings change as asset values shift, so figures reflect the latest available data.

Net worth figures are estimates compiled from public sources and may vary. Explore the US billionaire map or the Richest People hub.

Richest People in North Carolina 2026: Top 6 by Net Worth