Nicki Minaj

Net worth $90 million
Birthday December 8, 1982
Status Single
Country Trinidad and Tobago, United States
Ethnicity Indo-Trinidadian
Source(-s) of wealth Actor, Rapper, Singer, Songwriter

How much is Nicki Minaj Worth? Nicki Minaj Net Worth in 2026

$ 90 million

Nicki Minaj Net Worth

$10,000,000 / year

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By the Alux Research Team. How we estimate net worth

Nicki Minaj’s net worth is estimated at $90 million as of October 2026. The Trinidadian-born American rapper, singer and songwriter is among the best-selling female rappers, with three US number one albums and two Diamond-certified solo songs.

Net worth	$90 million
Estimated annual income	Estimated at around $10 million a year from music, touring, endorsements and her own brands
Born	Born December 8, 1982, in Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago (age 43)
Country	Trinidad and Tobago, United States
Occupations / sources of wealth	Rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur
Known for	“Super Bass,” “Anaconda,” and “Super Freaky Girl”

How much is Nicki Minaj worth in 2026?

Nicki Minaj’s net worth is estimated at $90 million, based on album and single sales, touring, endorsements and business ventures.

This is an approximate figure, and estimates vary.

How Nicki Minaj built it

Built a name through mixtapes. She released several mixtapes from 2007 to 2009 before signing with Young Money.
Added brands to her music. She has a fragrance line, press-on nails and the Loci sneaker collection.
Signed major endorsements. Her deals include Adidas, MAC Cosmetics and Pepsi.

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Nicki Minaj in 2026: what they’ve been up to

2024: Became the first female rapper with two Diamond-certified solo songs.
2023: Released Pink Friday 2, giving her three US number one albums, and launched the Heavy On It imprint.
2023: “Barbie World” with Ice Spice and Aqua reached number seven.
2025: Teased a new album, though a release has not been confirmed in the sources we checked.

How Nicki Minaj makes money

Music: Albums, singles and streaming, with her catalog spanning Pink Friday (2010) through Pink Friday 2 (2023).
Touring: Headline tours and festival appearances.
Endorsements: Deals with Adidas, MAC Cosmetics and Pepsi.
Brands: A fragrance line, press-on nails and the Loci sneaker collection.
Media: Film roles and a judging stint on American Idol.

Career timeline

2007 to 2009: Releases the mixtapes Playtime Is Over, Sucka Free and Beam Me Up Scotty.
2009: Signs with Young Money.
2010: Pink Friday is released and later reaches number one on the US albums chart.
2011: “Super Bass” becomes a hit.
2012: Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded debuts at number one; voices a character in Ice Age: Continental Drift.
2013: Judge on American Idol season 12.
2014: The Pinkprint is released; “Anaconda” and “Bang Bang” become hits.
2016: Stars in Barbershop: The Next Cut and is named to the Time 100.
2018: Queen is released.
2022: “Super Freaky Girl” debuts at number one, her first solo chart-topper.
2023: Pink Friday 2 is released.

Early life and background

Onika Tanya Maraj was born in Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, and was raised in South Jamaica, Queens, New York. She rapped in the New York group Hoodstars from 2002 to 2004 and signed to Dirty Money Entertainment in 2006.

Her mixtapes between 2007 and 2009 built her reputation, leading to a deal with Young Money in 2009. Her fast flow, alter egos and accents, especially a British cockney, became her trademarks.

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Nicki Minaj net worth FAQ

What is Nicki Minaj’s net worth?

Nicki Minaj’s net worth is estimated at $90 million as of October 2026.

How does Nicki Minaj make money?

She earns from music and streaming, touring, endorsements with brands like Adidas and MAC, and her own fragrance, nails and sneaker lines.

How old is Nicki Minaj?

Nicki Minaj was born on December 8, 1982, so she is 43 years old.

Where is Nicki Minaj from?

She was born in Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, and raised in Queens, New York.

What is Nicki Minaj doing now?

She continues to release music and run her businesses; her most recent confirmed album is Pink Friday 2 (2023).

How is Nicki Minaj’s net worth estimated?

It is estimated from reported sales, touring and endorsement figures, so it is approximate.

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How we estimate net worth

Our estimates are based on public reporting, company valuations, and deal and earnings figures all compiled in an internal valuation model. They are approximate, and figures change over time as new information emerges.

Last updated: October 2026.