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

Gary Tharaldson, North Dakota

Tharaldson's $1 billion net worth is due to his stake in the hotel industry. He is North Dakota's first billionaire, and he sold his first hotel portfolio in 2006 for $1.2 billion. He now runs over 40 hotels in 14 states.

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