Every President Ranked from Poorest to Richest

Arthur built a steady career as a lawyer in New York before entering politics. He made decent money practicing law and later held government posts that paid well for the time. Known for his refined taste, he spent freely on clothes, fine furniture, and lavish social events.

Once out of office, Arthur’s health declined quickly, and he didn’t have much time to build or enjoy wealth. When he died in 1886, his estate was valued at less than a million dollars—comfortable, but modest compared to the high-society image he once projected.