Scotland’s capital city and its surrounding areas are the home of many successful people – among them including Harry Potter author JK Rowling and chart-topping singer Lewis Capaldi.
9. Ian Rankin
They say the crime doesn't pay - but writing about it clearly does! Edinburgh resident Ian Rankin is worth around £10m, and with book sales of over 30m for his Inspector Rebus novels. Photo: Third Party
10. Kate Atkinson
Edinburgh resident Kate Atkinson's much-loved novels, including her series featuring detective Jackson Brodie, has given her an estimated net worth of £5 million. Photo: Third Party
11. Ian Glen
Edinburgh-born Game of Thrones actor Ian Glen, who recenly starred alongside Martin Compston in The Rig, has a net worth of £3 million, according to celebritynetworth. Photo: Third Party