Discovery Channel’s Gold Rush showed us a glimpse into the lives of miners who battle nature and each other all in the name of gold.
While the show is packed with heavy machinery, long hours, and plenty of drama, it’s also turned many of its stars into successful and surprisingly wealthy figures. But just how much are they worth?
In this article, we’re ranking the Gold Rush cast members by net worth to find out who has hit the jackpot.
1. Tony Beets – Estimated Net Worth: $15 Million
Tony Beets is not only a towering presence in the Yukon but also the undisputed richest miner on Gold Rush.
Known for his gruff demeanour, signature beard, and no-nonsense management style, the Dutch-born Canadian gold miner has built a mining empire with multiple claims and a massive fleet of equipment.
Originally from the Netherlands, Beets immigrated to Canada in the early 1980s and began mining in Dawson City. His wealth stems from decades of consistent mining success and his ability to take calculated risks.
While some may dislike his intense leadership style, there’s no denying his results. With an estimated net worth of $15 million, Tony has truly lived up to his nickname, The King of the Klondike.
2. Parker Schnabel – Estimated Net Worth: $10 Million
Parker Schnabel entered the gold mining business as a teenager, taking over his grandfather’s Big Nugget Mine. Despite his young age, Parker quickly made a name for himself with his relentless drive, sharp instincts, and strategic thinking.
Schnabel has managed to haul in some of the biggest collections of gold in Gold Rush history, including one worth a staggering $24 million. This led to Schnabel getting his spinoff series, Gold Rush: Parker’s Trail, while also remaining a major fixture on the main Gold Rush series.
Now in his 30s, Parker has built a legacy that many older miners envy. His story from rookie miner to one of the industry’s top players is a standout on the show.
With an estimated net worth of $10 million, Parker continues to grow both his business and his reputation.
3. Todd Hoffman – Estimated Net Worth: Approximately $7 Million
Todd Hoffman is one of the original cast members of Gold Rush. He founded the Hoffman crew in 2010, together with his father, Jack Hoffman, and led it through eight seasons.
He initially owned a small airport in Oregon before the business came crashing and he moved with some of his friends to the mining fields of Alaska.
His success on Gold Rush led to a spinoff, Hoffman Family Gold, which premiered in 2022 and saw Hoffman helping a mining partner try to turn around the misfortunes of an operation in Alaska. The spinoff was picked up for a second and third season and last aired on August 9, 2024.
On one of his posts on X, Todd announced that he had bought a new mine, sparking conversations on his likely return to the Discovery Channel.
Whether he chooses to continue with the show, it’s safe to say that he is doing well for himself, as his estimated net worth is between $7 and $8 million currently.
4. Rick Ness – Estimated Net Worth $3 Million
A former athlete and bassist, Rick arrived on Gold Rush as Parker’s dependable foreman. He played college football until an injury ended his career, after which he learned to play the upright bass and formed the band .357 String Band.
The band went on to release three albums and embark on a worldwide tour. During their tour, Rick met Schnabel in Alaska, and the two joined forces. Ness started as an excavator and rock truck operator in the mines, and he was later promoted to foreman.
Although he battled equipment issues and rough seasons, his leadership earned him the respect of his crew by Season 9. Today, he stands at roughly $3 million—proof that hard work can lead to both gold and growth.
5. Dave Turin – Estimated Net Worth: $2–3 Million
Famously known as Dozer Dave, Turin started on Gold Rush Season 2 when Todd Hoffman brought him on as a consultant. A civil engineer by training, he spent decades operating heavy equipment in his family’s rock‑quarry business in Oregon.
After leaving Gold Rush at the end of Season 7, Turin went on to star in his spinoff show, Dave Turin’s Lost Mine, that aired on Discovery Go.
The show ended in 2022 and inspired Turin to partner once again with the Discovery Channel to bring America’s Backyard Gold, which premiered Friday, March 15, 2024.
It’s safe to say that his mining ventures have yielded a considerable fortune, with an estimated net worth of between $2 million and $3 million.
6. Fred Lewis – Estimated Net Worth $1.6 Million
Fred Lewis joined Gold Rush in Season 11 with a mission; he wanted to help fellow veterans while searching for gold.
He previously worked in the military as a Special Forces Medical Sergeant and served in Korea, Iraq, Africa, and Afghanistan during his service.
Lewis’ maiden appearance was in the spin-off show, Gold Rush: Parker’s Trail, before joining the season 11 cast of Gold Rush.
He was first hired as a medic and security team member in Parker Schnabel’s exploration in Papua, New Guinea. He later replaced Rick Ness as foreman after he left the mining crew.
In 2024, he stepped away from the Gold Rush cast but continues to share his mining adventures on YouTube and Instagram. His net worth is estimated at $1.6 million.
7. Freddy Dodge – Net worth Estimate: $1 Million
Freddy Dodge gained attention after appearing briefly on Seasons 1 and 2 of Gold Rush on the Discovery Channel.
In 2012, he appeared in the spin-off, Gold Rush: The Jungle, and was a key cast member on Gold Rush: Haulin’ Pay.
Most recently, Freddy got his show with Juan Ibarra, Gold Rush: Freddy Dodge’s Mine Rescue, which began airing in 2021. On the show, they help struggling miners by improving their wash plants and scouting for better grounds to mine gold.
The show’s fourth. Season finished airing in the fall, and season 5 premiered on May 9, 2025.
Freddy also has other business endeavors, including MSI Mining equipment and the Big Red wash plant. Freddy’s net worth is estimated to be $1 million.