Ever wondered how much the President of the United States makes? Our in-depth looks at how much the president earns per year. Are his expenses reasonable or just ridiculous? You decide.

The President of the United States is one of the highest-profile, highest-stress jobs on the planet, with a sizeable paycheck: $400,000 per year.

George Washington didn't want a salary but it was written into the Constitution that every Commander in Chief get a salary.

He earned $25,000, or approximately $632,314 in today's USD.

As a candidate, Donald Trump said he wouldn't take a salary of more than $1.

Trump has donated his salary to a series of charities: the National Parks Service, the Department of Education, the Department of Health and Human Services and, in early 2018, the Department of Transportation.

He's not the first to do this, though.

Herbert Hoover donated his $75,000 annual salary to charitable efforts and to give his employees pay raises.

John F. Kennedy donated his salary from Congress, the Senate and the presidency, totalling $500,000 over several years, to philanthropic efforts.

Comfy Accommodations

There are serious perks: a $100K travel account, $19K for entertainment (in addition to a private bowling alley, theater, jogging track, etc!) and a $50K expense account.

Need to go somewhere fast?

Use of Air Force One, the presidential plane, Marine One, the presidential helicopter, and The Beast, aka the limo with tank-like security, are all provided gratis.

Lifetime Benefits

Sure, being president makes your hair turn gray lightning fast, but you also get free healthcare, a $200,000 pension, office services and free transportation on official state business, not to mention a dedicated Secret Service detail for life.

Leading the world – financially

Other world leaders might be green with envy about the president's salary:

European Union president Jean-Claude Juncker earns roughly $357,000 USD; Canada's Justin Trudeau makes about $267,000 and Mexico's Enrique Pena Nieto brings in $165,000.

Foggy Financials

A financial filing published in 2017 shows Trump made $7 million in book royalties and more than $300 million from golf courses around the world, including the Mar-a-Lago in Florida. Membership fees at that resort doubled when he took office.

How much he's really worth is unclear because he's declined to release his income tax filings, unlike previous presidents.

His debts are slightly more traceable:There are several outstanding loans ranging from less than $1 million to more than $50 million, putting his estimated liabilities in excess of $350 million.

Every Hour and Dollar Counts

The mean per capita income in America was $46,500 in 2016, based on 2017 tax records — hat works out to $26.39 per hour or $909.71 per week.

By comparison, the President makes $192.31 per hour, or $7,692.31 per week.

Stage Lights to Politics

Trump might be the first reality star-turned-president, but he's not the first celebrity.

Ronald Reagan made $5,000 per year as an actor before he was elected to office in California.

Trump made $213.6 million over the 13 years he worked with NBC on "The Apprentice."

He might not be making the same money as a real estate developer and reality TV star, but Donald Trump shouldn't be moving from the White House to the poor house either.

After all, once he's left Washington, like his predecessor, he'll likely have book deals and speaking engagements to help fill those coffers.

Infographic: Where Trump Gets His Money

The highest position in U.S. government, arguably one of the most important jobs in the world, comes with an impressive salary and even better perks.

The salary of the US President is a non-negotiable $400,000 per year. That pay alone puts him in the top 1% of US earners.

Other payments:

$100,000 non-taxed travel account

$19,000 for entertainment (separate from the in-house movie theater, bowling alley, etc)

$50,000 expense account

Perks of the job:

Free transportation in Air Force One, The Beast Presidential limo and Marine One

Free housing

All their housekeeping is done for them

Lifetime benefits are no joke:

$200,000 pension

Healthcare paid-in-full

Paid office space

Free official travel (state funerals, etc)

Secret Service protection for life

Historic Presidential Pay

1789 – 1872: $25,000 per year

1873 – 1908: $50,000 per year

1909 – 1948: $75,000 per year

1949 – 1968: $100,000 per year

1969 – 2000: $200,000 per year

2001 – present: $400,000 per year

VPs do well too : Salary of $230,700, plus $10,000 taxable expense allowance

By comparison, the US President is among the highest paid government leaders internationally:

Jean-Claude Juncker (European Commission) $357,037 USD

Justin Trudeau (Canada) $267,415 USD

Angela Merkel (Germany) $262,946 USD

Emmanuel Macron (France) $211,530 USD

Theresa May (UK) $198,509 USD

Moon Jae-in (South Korea) $180,000 USD

Vladimir Putin (Russia) $151,032 USD

Xi Jinping (China) $20,593 USD

Pope Francis (Catholic church) $0.00

In the Trump bank account

Estimated worth of $3.1 billion

Assets worth $1.4 billion

Income Sources In 2016:

$288 million overall

$19.8 million from golf course in New Jersey

$37.2 million from Mar-a-Lago

$19.7 million from Washington, D.C. hotel: $19.7 million

$7 million in book royalties

$11 million from the Miss Universe pageant

$84,000 pension from the Screen Actors Guild (from The Apprentice)

His golf course in Scotland is worth "more than $50 million"

Income Sources In 2017 (outside of presidency):

In Millions NYC real estate $1,600M Non-NYC real estate $500M Golf clubs and resorts $570M Cash and personal assets $290M Brand businesses $200M

Income On Tax Filing

(released in 2016, covering Jan. 1, 2014 – June 30, 2015)

Salary: $14,222

Speaking engagements: $250,000 each

Screen Actors Guild pension: $110,000

Golf courses and resorts: $200 million

Condo sales: $66 million

Rental properties: $41 million

Investments (stocks, bonds, etc): $78 million

Branded properties: $9.5 million

Not the full picture:

Trump refused to sell his business holdings, instead transferring them to a trust. Interest and profits accrue while he's in office but the total is unknown.

Liabilities:

A loan from UBS Real Estate Investments for $5-25 million

Other loans:

5 @ $50 million each

1 @ $25 million – $50 million

7 @ $5 million – $25 million

3 @ $1 million

Average American Incomes Compared To The President:

Occupation Average hourly wage in 2017 Average private sector worker $26.39 Public school teacher $31.47 Janitor $13.60 Family Practitioner $90.87 Trump as President $192.31

The presidential pay scale might be beneath that of a real estate tycoon, but once Trump leaves Washington, he'll be rolling in the cash, thanks to book deals and speaking engagements, if his predecessors are any indication.

Infographic: A Look at Obama's Income

We've previously done the same breakdown of Obama's paycheck – take a look below!