Wyatt Earp's financial legacy reflects the tumultuous nature of his life in the American West. Although Earp engaged in various ventures—such as working as a lawman, a boxing referee, and running saloons—his financial footing was often shaky. Reports suggest that at different points in his life, Earp earned a decent income, particularly during his time as a city marshal and during the gold rush in California and Alaska. However, much of his financial success was fleeting, largely due to investments that failed to yield the returns he envisioned, as well as living expenses that often outpaced his earnings.
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