U.S. Leads Global Bitcoin Ownership With 14.3% Population Adoption

The United States has taken the lead in global Bitcoin ownership, with a substantial portion of its population adopting the digital currency. According to a recent report, nearly 50 million Americans, or 14.3% of the population, own Bitcoin. This ownership rate is the highest among any country, highlighting the U.S.'s dominant position in the global Bitcoin landscape.

The report indicates that the U.S. holds approximately 40% of all available Bitcoin, reflecting strong political backing and growing adoption across various demographics. Corporate America is also a significant player in Bitcoin holdings, with 32 public companies, boasting a combined market capitalization of $1.26 trillion, holding Bitcoin as a treasury asset. These firms account for 94.8% of all Bitcoin owned by publicly traded companies worldwide. Notable holders include MicroStrategy with 569,000 BTC, U.S. mining companies with 96,000 BTC, and others with 68,000 BTC, totaling 733,000 BTC in the U.S. compared to 40,000 BTC held elsewhere.

The U.S. has also solidified its position as the global leader in Bitcoin mining since China's ban on Bitcoin mining in 2021. The country is now responsible for 38% of all new Bitcoin mined since then. This leadership is attributed to a stable regulatory environment, access to deep and liquid capital markets, and abundant energy resources. These advantages have helped the U.S. increase its share of the global Bitcoin mining hashrate by over 500% since 2020, cementing its role as the center of the Bitcoin industry.

Bitcoin is increasingly becoming America's preferred reserve asset, surpassing gold in popularity. Over 49.6 million Americans favor holding Bitcoin, compared to 36.7 million who prefer gold. The U.S. government's strategic advantage in Bitcoin is now greater than that of gold, where the U.S. accounts for only 29.9% of the world's central bank gold reserves. The White House has acknowledged the strategic advantage of being among the first nations to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve, given the fixed supply of BTC.

Political support for Bitcoin is surging in the U.S., with 59% of U.S. Senators and 66% of House Representatives openly supporting pro-Bitcoin policies. This significant shift in political sentiment reflects greater acceptance of digital assets as a key part of America's economic future. The study also reveals that Bitcoin ownership is highest among American males aged 31–35 and 41–45, with ownership rates within these groups ranging from 3% to 41%. Politically, individuals identifying as "very liberal" or "neutral" are more likely to own Bitcoin, although conservatives still make up a significant portion of holders.

The U.S.'s leadership in Bitcoin ownership and mining is a result of a combination of factors, including a supportive regulatory environment, access to capital, and abundant energy resources. The growing adoption of Bitcoin across diverse demographics and the strong political backing further solidify the U.S.'s position as the global leader in the Bitcoin landscape. As the digital currency continues to gain traction, the U.S. is well-positioned to maintain its dominance in the Bitcoin industry.