The drama on The Real Housewives of Atlanta (RHOA) is free, but the talent is expensive. In 2026, the leading ladies of the Bravo hit are commanding salaries that make them some of the highest-paid women in reality TV history.

As the franchise evolves, so do the bank accounts of its stars. From Kandi Burruss’s empire to Kenya Moore’s hair care millions, the "Housewives" title is now a license to print money.

The Top Earners

• Kandi Burruss: The undisputed queen. With a reported net worth of over $35 million (KES 4.5 billion), Kandi earns nearly $2.3 million per season. Her wealth comes from songwriting royalties ("No Scrubs"), restaurants (Old Lady Gang), and adult toys.
• Kenya Moore: Despite her on-and-off status, Kenya commands approx. $1.5 million per season. Her "Moore Hair Care" line has expanded into major retail chains, boosting her net worth to an estimated $6 million.
• Porsha Williams: Having returned to the franchise, Porsha’s diverse portfolio—including her "Go Naked" hair line and memoir—has secured her a net worth of $5 million and a hefty per-episode fee.

The Reality Business

The lesson from Atlanta is clear: the show is just the commercial. The real money is made by leveraging the platform to sell products. For Kenyan socialites eyeing the "Nairobi Diaries" model, RHOA remains the gold standard of how to turn shade into shillings.