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- Power couples make for a dream team that's easy to envy.
- Many of the most well-known power couples earn high salaries for a massive combined net worth — but which half is worth more?
- Jay Z is worth more than Beyoncé, but Kim Kardashian West is the breadwinner in her marriage with Kanye West.
There's just something about power couples. When two highly successful individuals get together, you've got a relationship that epitomizes a dream team, and that's easy to admire.
After all, it's hard work maintaining your own career and life on top of a powerful marriage.
Apart from success, one thing that power couples often have in common? Money. At least, for the most iconic power couples.
But which half of each power duo has a higher net worth? Jay Z is worth more than Beyoncé, but Kim Kardashian West is the breadwinner in her marriage with Kanye. And some — like David and Victoria Beckham — are on completely even footing when it comes to wealth.
Below, take a look at some of the richest, most well-known power couples — from celebrities to business moguls — and see who has a higher net worth.
Hillary and Bill Clinton: $125 million
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Bill Clinton net worth: $80 million
Hillary Clinton net worth: $45 million
Politicians Hillary and Bill Clinton have racked up quite the fortune since Bill's tenure as president ended. As of 2016, they had earned $240 million, according to Forbes.
They both brought in money through six-figure speaking engagements and writing books, but Bill has a higher estimated net worth of $80 million in part due to a consulting job and advising billionaire Ron Burkle. From these two gigs, he made a collective $39 million, reports Forbes.
Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick: $145 million
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Sarah Jessica Parker net worth: $100 million
Matthew Broderick net worth: $45 million
Hollywood power couple Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick have raked in most of their money from the television and movie industries. Parker has also made money off of her perfumes and endorsement with Garnier, and Broderick has brought in cash from his work on Broadway.
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos: $160 million
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Kelly Ripa net worth: $120 million
Mark Consuelos net worth: $40 million
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos met on the set of soap opera "All My Children." In addition to acting, Ripa has credits as a television producer and a TV host. In 2016, she earned $17 million as a solo host on morning show Live!, according to Forbes. She's also been a spokeswoman for various companies, such as Tide and Pantene.
Since acting on "All My Children," Consuelos has guest starred or had recurring roles on many television shows.
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