Benjamin Harrison, 1889-1893 – $6.1 Million
In the manner of his esteemed grandfather, William Henry Harrison, he won the election to the White House with ease. His net worth was $6.1 million. Benjamin Harrison had a law degree and gained much wealth from his 18-year-long legal practice. In a border dispute, he served as the attorney for the Republic of Venezuela. In the end, all he had to show for his work was his huge Victorian house in Indianapolis.
Another lawyer President who lived in comfort. But this wasn’t meant to be as he died poor. Who can it be?