Sam Altman’s net worth is commonly reported in the range of about $1.9–2.3 billion as of 2024–2025, with most coverage noting that his wealth primarily comes from venture capital investments and holdings in startups rather than direct equity in OpenAI, which he does not own. Different outlets have cited slightly different figures and timing, so the exact number can vary based on when and how OpenAI equity is valued or treated in the calculation. Key points to understand:

• OpenAI equity: Altman does not own a controlling stake in OpenAI, and OpenAI’s structural/ownership details influence net-worth estimates. Some reports emphasize that his wealth comes from outside OpenAI holdings rather than a direct stake in the company itself.
• Investment portfolio: A significant portion of his reported net worth stems from early and subsequent investments through his venture activities (for example, stakes in Reddit, Stripe, Airbnb, Uber, and other tech startups) and related funds.
• Recent variations: Media coverage in 2024–2025 shows fluctuations due to private-market valuations, fund realizations, and changes in holdings, leading to reported figures around the low-to-mid billions in some accounts, and lower figures in others depending on methodology.

If you’d like, I can pull the latest, widely cited figures from reputable outlets and summarize how each source arrived at its estimate, including any notes about OpenAI ownership and key investments.