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David Graeber

David Graeber Net Worth

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David Graeber's net worth is currently estimated at $1M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

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Net Worth Timeline

2001$0.05MD

Publishes 'Toward an Anthropological Theory of Value'

Early academic work establishes him as a promising anthropologist, earning a modest salary.

2011$0.2M+300%C

Publishes 'Debt: The First 5,000 Years'

His book on debt gains widespread attention, increasing his public profile and earning potential through royalties and speaking engagements.

2011$0.3M+50%C

Participates in Occupy Wall Street

His activism further raises his profile and leads to increased interest in his work.

2015$0.5M+67%B

Publishes 'The Utopia of Rules'

His work on bureaucracy gains further traction, solidifying his reputation as a leading social theorist and increasing his income.

2018$0.8M+60%B

Publishes 'Bullshit Jobs'

This book becomes a bestseller, significantly increasing his income and influence.

2020$1M+25%B

Death

Graeber passes away, leaving behind a legacy of influential anthropological and social theory. Royalties continue to accrue from his published works.

2026$1MB

Legacy as Influential Thinker

Graeber's books continue to be widely read and debated, ensuring his place as an important intellectual figure and generating royalties for his estate.

Last updated: February 25, 2026