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October 12th 2026, 7:09 PM

Bitcoin Mining Costs Plummet Amid Rising Asset Prices

Bitcoin Mining Costs Plummet Amid Rising Asset Prices

Key Summary

Bitcoin miner fees have decreased to 0.64% of revenue in the last 30 days, according to analyst Axel Adler Jr., primarily due to the asset's price increase and the low impact of fees on miner finances. Miners rely heavily on the asset's price and electricity costs, with fees adding minimal revenue. The fee share is a key indicator of network activity, and a sustained return above 1% would suggest greater contribution to miner revenue.

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Mining Costs Plummet Amid Rising Asset Prices

Bitcoin miner fees have decreased to 0.64% of revenue in the last 30 days, according to analyst Axel Adler Jr. This decrease is primarily due to the asset's price increase and the low impact of fees on miner finances.

Impact of Fees on Miner Finances

Miners rely heavily on the asset's price and electricity costs, with fees adding minimal revenue. The fee share is a key indicator of network activity, and a sustained return above 1% would suggest greater contribution to miner revenue.

Comparison of Mining Costs

An analysis of two Bitmain machines, the Antminer S19 and S21, revealed that mining one BTC with an Antminer S19 costs $86,700 in electricity alone, more than the asset is worth even after the price recovery. In contrast, the S21 needs about $44,300 of power per BTC, leaving more room for equipment, maintenance, and other expenses.

Price and Mining Costs

Bitcoin's price decides how much cushion miners have. Further price gains would narrow the S19 shortfall and widen the S21 cushion, while a decline would cut revenue for both models.
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