Oklahoma might not have the glitz and the glamor of Los Angeles or the swagger of New York, but plenty of rich folk still call it home. A few have inherited their work, but for the most part, Oklahoma's wealthiest residents are self-made men and women who've worked hard to get to where they are today. But which among them ranks as the richest?

Find out as we count down the 10 richest people in Oklahoma.

10. Tom L. Ward Net Worth - $273 Million

At number 10 with a net worth of $273 million is Tom L. Ward. In 1983, he and fellow Oklahoma City resident Aubrey McClendon joined forces to found Chesapeake Energy Corporation, the source of much of their respective wealth.

Today, Ward serves as the Chairman and CEO of Mach Resources, a privately-owned energy company in Oklahoma City. He's previously served as the COO of Chesapeake Energy, the Chairman and CEO of Tapstone Energy, and the Chairman and CEO of SandRidge.

Described by Bloomberg as "a natural gas icon," Ward also dabbles in other areas - quite successfully in most cases. According to Wikipedia, for example, his company Heritage Feeders, L.P., is ranked within the top 10 cattle feeders in the US.

9. Aubrey McClendon Net Worth - $500 Million

Next up with a net worth of $500 million is Aubrey McClendon, After he and Tom L. Ward founded Chesapeake Energy Corporation in 1983, McClendon served as its chairman and chief executive officer. McClendon subsequently went on to serve as the founder and chief executive of American Energy Partners, LP., as well as a minority shareholder in the National Basketball Association (NBA)'s Oklahoma City Thunder franchise.