Lil Kim’s net worth 2025: Kimberly Denise Jones, better known as Lil’ Kim, is an American rapper and reality television personality. Curious to learn more about Lil Kim? Read on as we take you through the biography, age, height, family, house, personal life, education, income, salary, earnings, and net worth of Lil Kim. You’ll also learn how Lil Kim made her fortune as a bonus.
Biography and Net Worth of Lil Kim
| Full Name | Kimberly Denise Jones |
| Date of Birth | July 11, 1974 |
| Age | [wp-age id=”8214″] Years |
| Profession | Rapper and Reality Television Personality |
| Height | 4 ft 11 in (1.50 m) |
| Nationality | American |
| Source of Wealth | Acting |
| Annual Salary | $100,000 |
| Net Worth | $1 Million |
| Last Updated | May 2025 |
Kimberly Denise Jones, better known as Lil’ Kim, is an American rapper and reality television personality with an estimated net worth of $1 million. Lil’ Kim is famous for her debut studio album, “Hard Core” which has since sold more than six million copies worldwide.
Ever since being discovered by The Notorious B.I.G., the New York-born rapper has released a number of his tracks and chart-topping albums. Furthermore, Lil’ Kim has been involved in a number of controversies including declaring bankruptcy.
Early Life
Kimberly Denise Jones was born on July 11, 1974, in Brooklyn, New York, United States. Her father, Linwood Jones is a former U.S. Marine and her mother, Ruby Jones is a homemaker. Her parents separated when she was 9 years old. Kimberly has an older brother named Christopher.
Education
Lil Kim attended Queen of All Saints Elementary School in Brooklyn. Thereafter, she attended Sarah J. Hale Vocational High School for two and a half years before transferring to Brooklyn College Academy to finish her remaining year of high school.
Career
Lil’ Kim started her career as part of the Brooklyn-based group junior M.A.F.I.A. On August 29, 1995, they group released their debut album, “Conspiracy” which debuted at number eight on the U.S. Billboard chart. Shortly after the popularity of the group, she began her solo career with the released of her debut album, “Hard Core” in November 1996.
The album’s lead single “No Time” peaked at number one on the Billboard Hit Rap Tracks chart and was certified gold by the RIAA. From 1998 to 2000, she worked under Roc Management and modelling for various fashion and pop culture companies including Versace, Candie’s, Iceberg, and Baby Phat.
On June 27, 2000, Lil’ Kim released her second studio album, “The Notorious K.I.M.” The album debuted at number 4 on the Billboard 200 and number 1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. Lil’ Kim’s third studio album, “La Bella Mafia” was released on March 4, 2003. “La Bella Mafia” debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200.
On September 27, 2005, Lil’ Kim released her fourth studio album, “The Naked Truth” while serving a federal prison sentence. The album debuted at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart. In March 2006, BET premiered the show Lil’ Kim: Countdown to Lockdown”.
On June 3, 2008, she released her debut mixtape, “Ms. G.O.A.T.”, an acronym for “Greatest of All Time”. Kim then appeared on the eighth season of the reality series Dancing with the Stars. In 2016, she released her fourth mixtape “Lil Kim Season”. On October 11, 2019, Lil’ Kim released her fifth studio album titled “9”.
Personal Life
Lil’ Kim has been in a series of high-profile relationships. In her teens, Kim dated Shawn Powell. Thereafter, she dated Christopher Wallace (The Notorious B.I.G). Kim and Wallace were engaged before they called off the engagement.
In 2002, Kim dated Damion “World” Hardy” before splitting in 2003. Thereafter, she dated record producer Scott Storch and then Ray J.
On June 9, 2014, Lil’ Kim gave birth to a daughter named Royal Reign. Her baby daddy is rapper Mr. Papers.
Social Media Profile (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook & TikTok)
Lil’ Kim has an impressive number of fans on her social media pages where she shares a bit of her personal life and work-related stuff. Lil’ Kim has over 3.2 million Instagram followers. Kim has over 2.3 million Twitter followers. On Facebook, Lil’ Kim has over 5.7 million followers.
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Lil’ Kim Net Worth, Salary and Earnings 2025
As of May 2025, Lil’ Kim has an estimated net worth of $1 million. Kim earns her wealth from her music career. Kim also earns money through the sales of her music albums, live performances, tours, streamings, and endorsements.
How Lil’ Kim Lost All Her Money
Although her net worth is low, Lil’ Kim filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in New Jersey on June 12, 2018. According to court filings, she owed $667,000 in late mortgage payments, causing her to lose her $3 million dollar mansion in Alpine, New Jersey. Kim also owed over $1.5 million in federal income taxes. In total, Kim owed $4 million in debt.
Summary
Kimberly Denise Jones, better known as Lil’ Kim, is an American rapper and reality television personality with an estimated net worth of $1 million. Lil’ Kim is famous for her debut studio album, “Hard Core” which has since sold more than six million copies worldwide.
