Crypto allows us to have a tool for payment. it allows us to grow our family business and also reinvest into our community and our employees.
There Are 67 Million More Americans Like Clayton
One in four American adults own crypto. That’s +12 million more holders than in 2025.
(Roughly New York City and Los Angeles combined.)
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Where Crypto Holders Live
Who Holds Crypto in 2026
of new buyers are women (34% of early adopters)
of new buyers are 55 or older
of new buyers are 18 to 24
Household Income
More than half of all holders earn under $150k.
How They Vote
What They do With Crypto
87% of holders actively use crypto rather than just hold it — up from 80% a year ago.
Explore the 2026 State of Crypto Holders ReportWhat it Adds to the Economy
Contributed to the U.S. economy in 2026
Direct Crypto Jobs
Industry-Adjacent Jobs
Crypto at Work Report — Pragmatic Policy Group for NCA, July 2026
of holders say crypto has had a positive impact on their lives. Three in four report an overall positive experience.
Meet Real Crypto Holders
“Crypto gave me a way to rebuild.”
“Everybody has access. ”
“Crypto gives me more autonomy over my own life and my finances.”
Meet the Holders
If you're a member of Congress or a policymaker and would like to meet a crypto holder, please get in touch.
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Sources:
- 2026 State of Crypto Holders Report — NCA with The Harris Pool, 10,000 U.S. crypto holders, Feb 12–Mar 3, 2026, ±0.7pp
- 2025 State of Crypto Holders Report — NCA with The Harris Pool (year‑over‑year comparisons)
- Crypto at Work Report — Pragmatic Policy Group for NCA. July 2026 (ecomomic impact and jobs)
- Crypto Holders by Congressional District — BCA, 2026 (state and district estimates)
