The mystery of the richest Hawkins star hangs over fans like a flickering fairy light in Joyce Byers’s living room. Stranger Things thrives because its cast blends seasoned performers with energetic newcomers, creating a team whose talent seems to multiply faster than monsters.

Winona Ryder brings emotional depth, David Harbour delivers heroic weight, and Millie Bobby Brown and Finn Wolfhard inject spirited unpredictability, while Sadie Sink appears and steals scenes with practiced ease. Together, they form a lineup so compelling that even the Demogorgon feels upstaged.

Here are the richest Stranger Things cast members, ranked from first to tenth, revealing whose talent, influence, and earnings soared highest across Hawkins and beyond.

Stranger Things Season 5, gleaming with its $400 million budget, swept audiences into uproar as Holly was taken to the Upside Down, Max Mayfield lingered hauntingly in Henry Creel’s psyche, Kali Prasad reappeared, and Will Byers unveiled unexpected abilities. Still, despite such pandemonium, the inquiry into the most affluent Stranger Things performer stands amusingly within reach.

At 21, Millie Bobby Brown has amassed between $14 million and $20 million, eclipsing even veteran colleagues. Stranger Things, Enola Holmes 2, and Florence by Mills propelled her fortune, a remarkable feat for someone barely out of adolescence.

Millie Bobby Brown’s episodic salary leaped from $10,000 to nearly $300,000, while brand endorsements from Louis Vuitton and Pandora further swell her accounts. Yet she strolls through Target aisles and streams Netflix off her parents’ account, a wealthy star with admirable frugality who is known for her juggling of motherhood at the same time.

Winona Ryder commands an estimated $18 million, earned from a decades-long film career and high-profile returns; Beetlejuice Beetlejuice reportedly paid her $5 million while Stranger Things episodic pay rose steeply, culminating in a substantial final-season payout.

Ryder supplements earnings with L’Oréal and Pandora partnerships and savvy property sales, including a San Francisco home; she keeps a measured public life, preferring tasteful restraint and privacy rather than flashy excess.

David Harbour holds an estimated $6 million net worth, boosted by Jim Hopper’s evolving arc and escalating episodic fees that reached a reported $9.5 million deal for the final season, which significantly raised his market value.

Harbour translated that visibility into franchise roles such as in Black Widow and Hellboy's reboot plus brand work; his Carroll Gardens townhouse purchase and later listing reflect grown-up investment moves alongside a charming, no-nonsense public persona.

Gaten Matarazzo, estimated at $5 million, navigates Hawkins and Broadway alike with effortless charm. As Dustin Henderson, he mixes wit, awkward brilliance, and the occasional spastic grin, earning both devoted fans and a very satisfying set of paychecks.

His Stranger Things salary ascended from modest $10,000–$20,000 beginnings to $250,000 in mid-seasons, culminating in $875,000 per episode for the climactic Season 5. It seems that mischief, charisma, and teeth that sparkle under fluorescent lights are quite profitable indeed.

Broadway remains a reliable stage for Matarazzo. From Priscilla, Queen of the Desert to Les Misérables, Dear Evan Hansen, and Sweeney Todd with Josh Groban, he proves that a little theatrical flair can carry a young actor far beyond television fame.

Matarazzo’s income extends through endorsements and music. Sponsorships with Verizon Fios and Old Navy, hosting Netflix’s Prank Encounters, roles in films like Honor Society, and leading bands like Calpurnia and The Aubreys prove that his talents translate into multiple profitable avenues.

Joey Keery has an estimated $4 million net worth, accumulated through Steve Harrington’s popularity and a reported $750,000 per episode fee in the final season, with acting income sitting comfortably alongside his musical earnings.

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Keery amplifies income and cultural cachet as Djo; a viral TikTok moment with 'The End of Beginning'and successive albums turned streaming buzz into concert ticket sales, proving his Hawkins fame migrates seamlessly into music-room credibility.

Finn Wolfhard’s estimated $4 million stems from Mike Wheeler pay that rose dramatically to roughly $875,000 per episode in the final season, plus film roles in It and Ghostbusters that broadened his commercial reach.

Wolfhard multiplies his upside with music (Calpurnia, The Aubreys) and directing credits such as Hell of a Summer, converting child-star recognition into diversified creative income and a genuine indie-artist reputation.

Natalia Dyer has an estimated net worth of $4 million, earned primarily from her role as Nancy Wheeler in Stranger Things, with a reported $750,000 per episode in the final season, alongside steady income from indie films like Yes, God, Yes and Velvet Buzzsaw.

Dyer supplements acting with brand endorsements, including YSL Beauty, demonstrating savvy business acumen. Her career spans from Hannah Montana: The Movie to Peacock’s Based on a True Story, blending indie credibility with mainstream appeal, ensuring that Nancy Wheeler remains both stylish and lucrative.

Charlie Heaton also has an estimated $4 million, with Stranger Things Season 5 providing $750,000 per episode. His film credits, including Marrowbone and The Souvenir Part II, and prior experience as a drummer in Comanechi contribute to his multi-faceted income.

Heaton has leveraged music and global endorsements, such as Paco Rabanne Parfums, into a diverse portfolio. The combination of indie film charm, mainstream television visibility, and music legacy ensures a grounded but noteworthy lifestyle in Hollywood and beyond.

Sadie Sink has an estimated net worth of $4 million, accumulated from her role as Max Mayfield, with final season pay exceeding $800,000 per episode. Her critical acclaim in Darren Aronofsky’s The Whale and Fear Street trilogy further solidifies her rising career.

Sink balances acting with a high-profile modeling career, collaborating with Prada, Armani Beauty, Chanel, and Chopard. From Broadway accolades to luxury brand campaigns, she demonstrates a rare combination of youthful energy, professional skill, and marketable glamour in Hollywood.

Maya Hawke has an estimated net worth of $3 million, primarily earned from her role as Robin Buckley in Stranger Things, with Season 5 pay reportedly around $700,000 per episode. Her growing profile also benefits from film roles and music ventures.

Hawke’s career spans independent films, modeling, and music, giving her a versatile portfolio. Combining acting talent with a unique style, she has carved a space in Hollywood that is both commercially promising and creatively fulfilling, establishing her as a rising star.

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