Paula White Net Worth

Paula White net worth in 2026 is estimated at $5 million [1][2]. Most published estimates put her fortune between $5 million and $6 million, built from ministry leadership, television, bestselling books and speaking engagements [1][3][4]. Her ministry also runs outreach programs that feed and clothe families across the country [3].

White made her money from ministry leadership, television broadcasting, book sales and speaking fees [1][3]. She leads City of Destiny church, hosts Paula White Today on Christian networks and earns $10,000 to $20,000 per speaking event [3][4]. Her daily broadcast reaches millions of viewers on Christian television networks [1][4].

Paula White is senior pastor of City of Destiny, a church in Apopka, Florida [1]. She previously led New Destiny Christian Center in the same city from 2012 to 2019, and before that co-founded Without Walls International Church in Tampa [1][3]. She previously led New Destiny Christian Center in Apopka from 2012 to 2019 [1][3].

Paula White served as a spiritual adviser to Donald Trump during his campaigns and presidency [1][3]. In February 2025 Trump named her to lead the White House Faith Office, putting her at the centre of American faith politics [3]. The role put her at the centre of American faith politics through 2026 [3].

Paula White is married to Jonathan Cain, keyboardist of the rock band Journey, whom she married in 2015 [1][3]. Cain has an estimated net worth of about $25 million from his music career, separate from hers [3]. The couple share a home in Apopka and appear together at ministry events [1][3].

Paula White has written several books, including Something Greater: Finding Triumph over Trials, The Ten Commandments of Health and Wellness and Simple Suggestions for a Sensational Life [1][3]. Her books mix faith teaching with her own life story [1]. Her books mix faith teaching with her own story of overcoming a painful childhood [1].