Where the super-rich live

What a difference a month makes. February’s U.S. payrolls data, the highlight for any eco-watcher, were truly bizarre, and the jobs growth number was a huge disappointment. For stock traders grappling with a record but gradual bull run, it capped a wretched week. But even if you knew exactly which stocks to pick a decade ago, it turns out that building the perfect portfolio may not have kept you from being fired.

From Paris to Tokyo, here’s where to find the world’s super-rich. In the U.S., these are the wealthiest zip codes—many of which are in high-tax states that make it hard for the big earners to leave. And being rich doesn’t mean you’re safe from being scammed, even on your private jet.