What to know about the Walton Family
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The Walton Family is the richest family in the world. It owes its wealth to the Walmart company started by brothers Sam & Bud Walton in Northwest Arkansas more than six decades ago. The brothers' heirs and heiresses have spread their wealth and influence to the worlds of art, banking, education and athletics, transforming the communities they live in.Below is a family tree followed by charts illustrating the Waltons' wealth. Only family members who have become public figures are included.App users: Tap here to view the family tree | Tap here to view the wealth charts
BENTONVILLE, Ark. —
The Walton Family is the richest family in the world. It owes its wealth to the Walmart company started by brothers Sam & Bud Walton in Northwest Arkansas more than six decades ago.
The brothers' heirs and heiresses have spread their wealth and influence to the worlds of art, banking, education and athletics, transforming the communities they live in.
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Below is a family tree followed by charts illustrating the Waltons' wealth. Only family members who have become public figures are included.