Lee Ji-Eun is known by her stage name IU, who is the highest-earning and richest female Kpop idol in 2022. Her income mainly comes from a solo singing and acting career, it has made her net worth nearly $40 million. Besides, she is known as a singer, lyricist, composer, and producer too.

Although she has released many albums when she released "Good Day", the lead single from her 2010 album Real, she achieved great success when she went on to spend five consecutive weeks at the top position of South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart, it was ranked number one on Billboard's "100 Greatest K-Pop Songs of the 2010s'' list. That is considered a decisive milestone in her career because, after that, IU has collected a huge amount of revenue from royalties, advertising contracts, and music projects for Samsung, Sony Korea, Sk Telcom...

Aside from her outstanding music career, IU also has ventured into hosting radio and television shows, as well as acting, which has surpassed expectations. Following her supporting role in teen drama Dream High, she has received leading roles continuously in major film projects such as You're the Best, Lee Soon-shin, Pretty Man, The Producers, Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo, My Mister, Persona, and Hotel del Luna.

Age: 27
Years active: 2008–present
Occupation: Singer-songwriter; actress

Sandara Park aka Dara, is a singer, actress, and television presenter of South Korean origin. She is known as an international icon of the K-pop music industry and is a prominent member of the legendary group 2NE1 founded by YG Entertainment in 2009. Therefore, it is not surprising that Dara is one of the richest K-pop female singers with a net worth of $35 million, from various income sources.

Dara is one of the most popular South Korean influencers in the Philippines, where she is known by fans as personality name is the Pambansang Krung-Krung. Then, she continued to make her South Korean debut in 2009 as a member of the K-pop group 2NE1 and quickly went on to become one of the best-famous girl groups of all time, before their disbandment in 2016.

Dara acted in several Philippine films between 2004 and 2007, including Bcuz of U, for which she won the award for Best New Actress the 21st PMPC Star Award for Movies. She also released her first Korean single titled "Kiss", featuring fellow 2NE1 member CL with Lee Min Ho's acting, which made her song famous throughout Asia at that time. In the acting field, Dara also acted in several web series, including Dr. Ian (2016), for which she won Best Actress at a Korean web festival. These activities have helped Dara a huge source of income after many years of working in the entertainment industry.

Age: 37
Years active: 2004–present
Occupation: Singer, actress, television host

Bae Su-ji better known as Bae Suzy, is a South Korean singer, actress, and model. Previously, she was a member of the girl group Miss A under JYP Entertainment then she broke into the acting field and made her debut with the television series Dream High (2011). Since her successful Architecture 101 (2012) film debut, she has been hailed as "The Nation's First Love" in Korea. Recognized by the audience for her acting ability, Suzy has gone on to appear in series such as Gu Family Book (2013), Uncontrollably Fond (2016), While You Were Sleeping (2017), Vagabond (2019) and the latest is a success from the movie Start Up (2020).

Currently, Bae Suzy total assets are estimated to own nearly $30-35 million and become the richest royal female Kpop idols in 2022. This income usually comes from advertisements, endorsements, and ties, besides she also participates in the show. into real estate and make huge money by renting. Despite having a high income, Bae Suzy is still active in charity activities to help people in difficult circumstances.

Age: 27
Years active: 2010–present
Occupation: Singer, Actor

Lee Hyo-ri is a South Korean talented female singer, record producer, activist, actress, and television presenter in Korea. She was dubbed as the "Nation's Fairy" by glowing skin, exotic face, gentle voice, style, and electrifying performance, she debuted as a member of South Korean girl group Fin.KL, but then she has decided to become a solo artist. In 2003, her debut solo album was released titled "Stylish" which won several "Artist of the Year" awards. So in 2003, she was in the Korean media called The Year of Hyori or Hyori Syndrome.

In 2006, Lee Hyo-ri was the highest-paid female singer in South Korea when she signed a contract with Mnet Media. Her own vocal range can be classified in the mezzo-soprano range and recognized by emotional delivery, which is evident in songs like "Swing" and "Amor Mio". Thanks to her outstanding name, she received an invitation to advertise with cosmetic brand Jessica Alba at a very high price. As of 2022, Lee Hyo-ri has a net worth of $30 million that makes her one of the richest female K-pop idols now.

Age: 42
Years active: 1998–present
Occupation: Singer

Yoona is the former member of the famed Girl's group, the second generation. Yoona was ranked as the most earning member of the group, when estimated in 2022, she has acquired a wealth of US$25-30 million, making her one of the richest idols in Kpop.

Yoona is a multi-talented K-pop artist, she has earned well by appearing in advertisements for cosmetics, wearables, beds, departmental stores, jewelry... and many other products. Apart from the combined band's royalty, her solo career too fetched her huge money. Entering the acting field very early, she owns many highly-rated films such as K2, The King in Love, You Are My Destiny, Hush (Chinese drama), God of War, Exit, and The Miracle. The most special is the movie You Are My Destiny (2008), which marked her career breakthrough and earned her the Best New Actress awards at the 23rd KBS Drama Awards and the 45th Baeksang Arts Awards.

In 2019, Yoona celebrated her 29th birthday with the release of her debut extended play A Walk to Remember, the play quickly charting at number three on South Korea's Gaon Album Chart. Thanks to the success music and acting careers have led, Yoona has received various CF deals, notably long-term collaborator Innisfree, which have established her as a top idol-actress of Hallyu.

Age: 31
Years active: 2007–present
Occupation: Singer, Actor

Lalisa is also known as Lisa, who is a popular Thai origin Korean rapper, singer, and dancer. Lisa is also a member of another girl group Blackpink is on this list. Her popular dance moves and rap skills also contributed to establishing her career and also elevated her wealth. It is estimated that she cures her fortune of US$20-25 million and becomes one of the richest Kpop idols in 2022.

In 2021, she first successfully debuted with the solo single album "Lalisa", the music video for its lead single recorded 73.6 million views on YouTube in the first 24 hours of its release and became the most-viewed music video in the 24 hours on the platform by a solo artist. In addition, Lisa is an impeccable artist that has 500 million followers on Instagram and was selected by the French company Celone and Italian brand Bvlgari as their global brand ambassador. In 2015, Lisa entered a new field when undertaking her first modeling job for street-wear brand Nona9on, then continued to follow South Korean cosmetics brand Moonshot in 2016, Lisa is engaged with brand restorative Moonshot in China, Thailand, and South Korea as a brand ambassador.

Age: 24
Years active: 2016–present

Instruments: Singer, Rapper

Kim Tae-yeon is known as Taeyeon, is a South Korean singer and debuted as a member of the girl group Girls' Generation in 2007. Since then, she has participated in other SM Entertainment projects including Girls' Generation-TTS, SM the Ballad, Girls' Generation-Oh!GG, and Got the Beat. Taeyeon owns a soulful voice and deep emotion that delivered her a Kpop sensation for many years straight.

As a multi-talented Kpop artist, Taeyeon is also among the top 10 richest female K-pop idols with a net worth of about $20 million. Her singles Into the New World and Kissing You are all-time listen-to pops. She also had the singles I and Rain grabbed Korea's number one position for weeks after her debut. Few people know, She also has been a brand ambassador for restorative brands the Nature Republic and Banila.

Many singles that bring Taeyeon great income can be mentioned singles "11:11", "Fine", "Four Seasons" and "Spark"...In the television field, Taeyeon appeared as the main cast on the reality shows We Got Married (2009), Begin Again (2019), and is currently serving as the main host for Amazing Saturday (2020–present). In addition, she has featured on soundtracks for various television dramas and movies that proved successful, notably "If" for Hong Gil-dong (2008), "Can You Hear Me" for Beethoven Virus (2008), and the chart-topping "All About You" for Hotel del Luna (2019).

Age: 32
Years active: 2007–present
Instruments: Singer

Jessica Jung is an acclaimed Korean-American singer, songwriter, actress, and entrepreneur. She is a former member of the national group Girls' Generation, famous for her musical talent, stage skills, and outstanding personal achievements. Jessica Jung is the wealthiest K-pop idol with a worth of $10-15 million, thanks to her hard work and well-planned moves over the years.

Jessica Jung built her fashion brand under the name Blanc and Eclare. After leaving the group music, she focused on her solo music albums as Wonderland, My Decade, and With Love J and gave much time to her apparel brand. Thanks to that, she created a more stylish collection and was well received at home.

Besides, Jessica Jung also has another source of income from her youtube channel, with about 380,000 subscribers, income from the social network Instagram with more than 9.2 million followers. In television, Jessica Jung portrayed Elle Woods in the Korean version of the musical Legally Blonde in 2010 and played a role in the television drama Wild Romance in 2012. Additionally, in 2020, she has a debut novel released titled Shine and It became a best -selling novel upon its release.

Age: 32
Years active: 2007–present
Instruments: Singer

Jennie Kim has debuted as a member of the girl group Blackpink formed by YG Entertainment in 2016. She is one of the richest idols in Kpop over the years, with a net worth of around US$10-12 million.

Jennie Kim originally debuted as the main rapper of the now-famous group Blackpink. Thanks to her successful brand positioning, Jennie has countersigned solo deals with prestigious big brands such as Adidas Originals, Calvin Klein, Moonshot, D&G Downy, Zhenguoli, and Samsung... Besides that, she is best known for her role as the brand ambassador for Chanel and Hera brands, Gentle Monster luxury eyewear brand. In addition, Jennie's income also comes from her Youtube Channel, Lillifilm Official, and other social networks.

Jennie Kim, better known by her stage name Jennie, is a successful South Korean singer and rapper. She was born and raised in Korea and studied in New Zealand before returning home and being accepted as a trainee at YG entertainment. Her success can be attributed to her first single called "Solo", which was released in 2018 as a solo artist. The song was a commercial success in Korea and abroad, it has topped both the Gaon Digital Chart and Billboard's World Digital Songs chart.

Age: 25
Years active: 2012–2013, 2016–present
Instruments: Singer, rapper

BoA was raised in Gyeonggi-do province, South Korea, BoA was discovered as a talent agent by SM Entertainment when she accompanied her older brother. In 2000, she debuted at a very young age. To date, BoA has more than twenty studio albums in her career, including ten in Korean, nine in Japanese, and one in English. In addition, in the television field, BoA appeared as a judge on the reality competition show K-pop Star (2011–2013), main actress girl on the television drama Listen to Love (2016), and acted as a host for the second season of Produce 101 show (2017), besides that BoA is also a coach for the third season of The Voice of Korea (2020).

Today, BoA is recognized as a Korean artist that is well received by the public worldwide. She has become famous in Korean music by her first album, ID: Peace B, And jumping into the world. BoA is considered the K-pop queen and hit model, she has made a wealth of around $10 million per year, with her main source of income being attributed to her commercial advertisements, television roles, and also from major contributions in the music industry.

BoA has the ability to sing in Japanese, English, and Mandarin, which also helps her find commercial success in China, Japan, Taiwan, and Singapore. Thanks to the release of debut Japanese studio album, Listen to My Heart in 2002, BoA has become the first South Korean pop star to breakthrough success in Japan, following the fall of barriers that had restricted the import and export of entertainment between the countries since the end of World War II.

Age: 35
Years active: 2000–present
Instruments: Vocals