Based on available information up to 2025, Bernie Sanders and his wife, Jane O’Meara Sanders, own the following major assets:
- Real Estate:
- Burlington, Vermont Home: A 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 2,500-square-foot colonial purchased in 2009 for $405,000. Zillow estimates its 2025 value at approximately $741,000.
- Lake Champlain, Vermont Cabin: A 4-bedroom vacation home on 1.1 acres, bought in 2016 for $575,000. Zillow estimates its 2025 value at around $932,700.
- Washington, D.C. Townhouse: A one-bedroom property purchased in 2007 for $488,999, with an estimated 2025 value of around $685,000, though similar homes have sold for up to $800,000.
- Cash and Investments:
- Two joint bank accounts: one with the U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union valued between $100,001 and $250,000, and another with People’s United Bank in Vermont valued between $50,001 and $100,000.
- Approximately $500,000 in cash and investments, including three retirement accounts held in Jane Sanders’ name, primarily in mutual funds and annuities.
- Potential additional wealth in a Thrift Savings Plan (a 401(k)-style program for government workers), though specific values are undisclosed.
- Pensions:
- A federal pension from 28 years in Congress, estimated at $73,000 annually, with a capitalized value of around $650,000 if sold as a lump sum.
- A Burlington mayoral pension paying $428 monthly, with a total value estimated between $50,000 and $150,000 depending on lifespan.
These assets contribute to Sanders’ estimated net worth of around $3 million, primarily accumulated through his Senate salary, book royalties, and real estate investments. Note that Sanders has faced scrutiny for his wealth given his criticism of economic inequality, though his assets are modest compared to many other U.S. senators.