Crypto Staking Calculator
Enter your staking amount, APY and lock-up period to calculate daily, monthly and annual staking rewards. Compares simple vs compound staking returns. Supports any token with custom APY input.
Staking Simulator
Advanced ParametersPRO
Estimated Final Value
$14,332.45
4.095
$4,332.45
Net Rewards (After Tax)
$4,332.45Total Tax Paid
$0.00Est. Monthly Income
$120.35Staking vs HODL
+$4,332.45Rewards vs HODL Breakdown
Yearly Breakdown
| Year | Start Value | Rewards | Tax | End Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $10,000.00 | +$1,274.75 | -$0.00 | $11,274.75 |
| 2 | $11,274.75 | +$1,437.24 | -$0.00 | $12,711.99 |
| 3 | $12,711.99 | +$1,620.46 | -$0.00 | $14,332.45 |
Maximizing your Cardano staking yields
Estimate your passive income from staking Cardano. Enter your ADA amount and APY to project staking rewards, compare simple versus compound returns, and forecast earnings over any time period.
How Cardano staking works
Staking Cardano means locking your tokens in the network to help validate transactions. In return, you earn rewards — similar to interest on a savings account. The exact yield depends on the network's inflation rate and the total amount of ADA currently staked across all participants.
Simple vs compound staking for Cardano
Simple staking pays rewards to your wallet without reinvesting them. Compound staking adds those rewards back to your staked balance, which then earns its own rewards. Over a 12-month period, compounding can meaningfully increase your total return compared to claiming and holding rewards separately.
Understanding APY vs APR for ADA
APY (Annual Percentage Yield) includes the effect of compounding. APR (Annual Percentage Rate) does not. Most staking platforms advertise APY. Use this calculator to see both figures side by side so you can compare offerings accurately before committing your tokens.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Enter your staking amount and the advertised APY. The calculator projects your daily, monthly, and yearly rewards instantly.
A: Lock-up periods do not change the base APY, but they force compounding if the protocol auto-reinvests rewards, which increases total return over time.
A: In most jurisdictions, staking rewards are taxed as ordinary income based on the token's market value when received. Consult a crypto tax professional for jurisdiction-specific advice.
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