Even with a net worth of $664 billion, Elon Musk reportedly embraces a stark, minimalist lifestyle at his home, relying on just a single towel and an empty fridge.
Maye Musk Details Elon’s Spartan Living
On Tuesday, in a post on X, Maye Musk, the mother of Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, described her son’s modest living situation near SpaceX’s Starbase launch site in southern Texas.
“There is no food in the fridge,” said the 77-year-old model and dietitian. “The garage where I slept is on the right. The shower only has one towel, so I left it for Elon. That was okay with me.”
She recalled spending weeks in the Kalahari Desert without access to a shower, often facing days with no water. “I think my parents prepared me for this luxury.”
Elon Musk’s Boca Chica residence is a simple three-bedroom home valued at around $45,000, according to a 2022 podcast interview. Despite this simplicity, he continues to amass wealth, with the Bloomberg Billionaires Index listing his net worth at $664 billion.
Modest Lifestyle Matches Workaholic Routine
This is not the first time Maye Musk has shared insights into her son’s frugal habits.
In 2023, she reflected on sleeping arrangements during her visits, saying she often found herself on mattresses, couches, or even garage floors. “It was still better than on the ground in the Kalahari Desert with lions or hyenas nearby,” she noted.
Musk’s austere lifestyle aligns with his intense work ethic. He frequently sleeps on floors at his offices and factories, often going to bed at 3 a.m., dedicating nearly all his time to Tesla, SpaceX and X.
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