The richest person in Michigan as of 2025 is Dan Gilbert, with a net worth of approximately $23.7 billion according to Forbes. He co-founded Quicken Loans (now Rocket Companies), the largest mortgage lender in the U.S., and owns the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers. Gilbert has also invested heavily in revitalizing downtown Detroit
. The richest woman in Michigan is Marian Ilitch, co-founder of Little Caesars Pizza and chairwoman of Ilitch Holdings, with a net worth around $5.87 billion. Her company owns the Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Tigers, and MotorCity Casino Hotel
. In summary:
- Dan Gilbert: richest person in Michigan, $23.7 billion net worth, Rocket Mortgage founder, Cleveland Cavaliers owner
- Marian Ilitch: richest woman in Michigan, $5.87 billion net worth, Little Caesars co-founder
These figures are based on the latest 2025 Forbes data.
