Recent research shows that owning at least one Bitcoin makes you part of an extremely small group of people. This article explores the statistics and factors influencing Bitcoin ownership.
Total Number of Bitcoin Owners
According to blockchain data, around 827,000 to 900,000 addresses currently hold at least 1 Bitcoin. However, many of these addresses are controlled by exchanges, institutions, or individuals who split their holdings across multiple addresses. The actual number of unique owners is likely closer to 800,000-850,000.
Comparison with Millionaires
Despite the increasing number of millionaires — around 16 million, fewer than 900,000 people actually hold 1 BTC or more. This means that owning 1 Bitcoin is rarer than millionaire status.
Inequality in Bitcoin Distribution
Currently, over 19.8 million BTC has already been mined, leaving less than 1.2 million. Additionally, 1.86% of all addresses control 90% of Bitcoin supply, making holders a deeply concentrated group among 8 billion people globally.
Thus, owning at least one Bitcoin serves as an indicator of not just financial capability but also access to a high-risk investment tool, which remains limited for the majority.
