This Is How Much Money The Wealthiest Person In Each State Makes

Warren Buffett, Nebraska

Buffett's $85 billion is thanks to his enormous company Berkshire Hathaway. He is considered one of the most successful investors of all time. He owns companies such as Geico, Duracell, and Dairy Queen. He's a generous man, though, and has donated more than $3.5 billion in his lifetime.

Sheldon Adelson, Nevada

Adelson has made over $35 billion in the casino industry. As the chairman and CEO of Las Vegas Sands, he owns more than half of the United States's gambling empire. He is also a major donor to Jewish causes and the Republican party. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.