Seven Richest Church Denominations In The World In 2025

The seven richest church denominations in the world as of 2025 have been ranked by their estimated net worth, highlighting the vast wealth accumulated by major Christian organisations through real estate, investments, donations, and business ventures.

The ranking places global denominations with millions of members and far-reaching influence at the top, underscoring their economic as well as spiritual power.

Together, these churches control extensive portfolios of land, educational institutions, media outlets, and charitable foundations.

Below are the top 7 richest church denominations:

1. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

 A recent independent analysis has estimated the net worth of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at approximately $293 billion, making it one of the wealthiest religious organisations globally. This figure, which includes real estate, ecclesiastical buildings, and a vast investment portfolio, highlights the church’s immense financial power.

2. The Catholic Church (in Germany)

 The Catholic Church in Germany continues to demonstrate significant financial strength, with some estimates valuing its total assets, including land and real estate, as high as $265.62 billion. A large portion of this wealth is generated through a state-sanctioned church tax, which is paid by registered members.

3. The Catholic Church (Holy See/Vatican)

 While the exact wealth of the Vatican is impossible to calculate due to its global holdings, estimates place the Holy See’s assets at over $10 billion. The Church, which owns billions in real estate and has major investments in various industries, continues to be one of the world’s most financially influential entities.

4. The Church of England

The Church of England has announced a strong financial performance, with its endowment funds growing to approximately $13.84 billion. The Church Commissioners, who manage these funds, reported a 13.3% return in 2021, bolstering the church’s ability to fund its mission and maintain its historic properties.

5. The Church of Sweden

 With a net worth of over $11.41 billion, the Church of Sweden’s financial report highlights its substantial holdings in forests, buildings, and securities. The church’s wealth, largely amassed through its historical property ownership, continues to support its extensive social and cultural work.

6. Southern Baptist Convention

 A recent report revealed that the combined total assets of the Southern Baptist Convention’s dozen entities—excluding its retirement funds—totalled over $2.66 billion in 2021. The figure reflects the significant financial resources of the largest Protestant denomination in the United States.

7. Seventh-day Adventist Church

 The Seventh-day Adventist Church has reported a robust financial position, with a total net worth of approximately $15.6 billion as of a 1998 assessment. The church’s revenue, primarily from tithes and offerings, supports its global network of schools, hospitals, and media ministries.

Source. The Nation