Warren Buffett
The most famous investor alive, who has capped his own salary at $100,000 for more than four decades while building one of the world's largest companies.
Why this pay?
- Buffett has capped his own salary at $100,000 for more than 40 years and takes no bonus or stock.
- Almost all of his reported pay is board-required personal and home security.
Worth knowing
Warren Buffett bought his first stock at age 11 — three shares of Cities Service preferred — and later called it a lesson in patience after he sold too early and watched it soar.
Source: Berkshire Hathaway letters · More facts →
Quick facts
Compensation breakdown
DEF 14AThe $100k salary has been unchanged for 40+ years; the rest is security. Source: Berkshire Hathaway 2025 Proxy (FY2024) →
Compensation history
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