So, who is the richest family in the world? The title currently goes to the Walton family with a net worth of $173.1 billion. Keep reading to find out what other families made the list of the top 10 richest families in the world.
1. Walton Family
Company: Walmart
Net Worth: $173.1 billion
The Walton family knows its way around some retail revenue. Its namesake, mega-retailer Walmart, has an estimated global revenue of $611.3 billion. As the family owns nearly half of the company, they should be quite comfortable for generations to come.
2. Mars Family
Company: Mars
Net Worth: $160 billion
The Mars family got its start in 1902 by selling molasses candy. Now better known for M&Ms than even its Mars bar, the company has diversified its assets into areas such as pet care. Even after four generations, the company is still being run by quite a few members of the Mars family.