Elon Musk generates income at a scale that defies ordinary comprehension. His earnings do not come from a traditional salary but stem from market-driven fluctuations in the value of his company stakes. The volatility of these holdings means his daily gainsโor lossesโcan swing wildly.
Recent evaluations estimate his average daily income at $54.55 million. That figure reflects an overall assessment of company performance, primarily Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI.
Fun fact – Elon Musk remains one of the most searched people on Google, reflecting continued public fascination.
| Timeframe | Earnings |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Earnings | $54.55 million |
| Highest Single-Day Gain (October 2021) | $36 billion |
| Highest Single-Day Loss (February 2021) | $15.2 billion |
In October 2021, a surge in Teslaโs stock priceโsparked by a major order from Hertzโled to a $36 billion increase in Muskโs wealth.
Elon Musk earned $36 Billion yesterdayโฆ breaking the record for the most amount of money an individual has earned in a single day ๐คฏ pic.twitter.com/dNlQbPrZ54
โ Sole Retriever (@SoleRetriever) October 26, 2021
On the other hand, in February 2021, a Bitcoin-related statement cost him $15.2 billion in a single day.
Breakdown of Elon Musk’s Wealth and Assets Valuation
Muskโs financial portfolio spans several high-impact companies, each contributing to his overall net worth. Updated 2025 valuations reveal new figures that reflect current market data.
| Asset | Ownership Stake | Estimated Value (in billions) |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla, Inc. | ~12.8% | $92.6 |
| SpaceX | 42% | $136.0 |
| X (formerly Twitter) | 79% | $33.0 |
| xAI | 60% | $80.0 |
| Neuralink | Majority Stake | $9.0 |
| The Boring Company | Majority Stake | $5.7 |
As of May 2025, Elon Musk’s net worth is estimated at $386.5 billion.
Tesla
Musk’s stake in Tesla sits near 12.8%, valued around $92.6 billion. His role as the largest shareholder still places Tesla at the core of his fortune.
However, declines in European revenue signaled market challenges.
SpaceX
SpaceX remains Muskโs most ambitious project. His 42% stake is now valued at $136 billion, based on internal tender valuations. Private market demand continues to push its valuation upward.
X (formerly Twitter)
Regulatory battles in Brazil and elsewhere complicated growth for X, though Musk still controls 79% of the platform, currently valued around $33 billion.
In response, Brazil expanded options by working with Chinese provider Spacesail as a Starlink alternative.
xAI
The AI race accelerated in 2025. Muskโs xAI reached an $80 billion valuation, placing it among the most valuable AI firms.
The venture continues to attract investor attention amid plans for additional funding rounds.
Neuralink and The Boring Company
Neuralinkโs $600 million raise pushed its valuation to $9 billion. Human trials are now underway.
The Boring Company holds a valuation of $5.7 billion, thanks in part to completed urban tunnel projects like the Las Vegas Loop.
Comparison with Other Billionaires
| Name | Net Worth (USD) | Primary Source of Wealth | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elon Musk | $386.5 billion | Tesla, SpaceX, xAI | 1 |
| Jeff Bezos | $245 billion | Amazon | 2 |
| Mark Zuckerberg | $181 billion | Meta | 3 |
| Larry Ellison | $218 billion | Oracle | 4 |
| Warren Buffett | $147 billion | Berkshire Hathaway | 5 |
References
- Forbes Australia โ Top 10 Richest in May 2025
- Finance Monthly โ Daily Income Estimate
- Financial Post โ $36 Billion Day
- Bloomberg โ $15.2 Billion Loss
- CEO Today โ Tesla Stake Breakdown
- Yahoo Finance โ Tesla European Earnings Report
- Observer โ SpaceX Private Valuation
- OfficeChai โ xAI Valuation
- TechCrunch โ Neuralink Funding Update
