Crypto Profit Calculator

How to Calculate Crypto Profit

Calculating crypto profit involves four steps. Each step affects your final number, especially fees which many beginners overlook.

1. Coins purchased = Investment ÷ Buy price (e.g. $5,000 ÷ $50,000 = 0.1 BTC)
2. Gross sell value = Coins × Sell price (e.g. 0.1 × $70,000 = $7,000)
3. Total fees = Buy fee (0.1% × $5,000 = $5) + Sell fee (0.1% × $7,000 = $7) = $12
4. Net profit = Sell value − Investment − Total fees = $7,000 − $5,000 − $12 = $1,988

ROI = (Net profit ÷ Investment) × 100 = ($1,988 ÷ $5,000) × 100 = 39.76%

Fees Eat More Than You Think

A 0.1% fee sounds tiny, but on a $10,000 trade it's $10 each way — $20 round-trip. At 30 trades per month that's $600 in fees alone. High-frequency traders can lose their entire profit margin to fees.

Always compare fee structures before choosing an exchange. Maker orders (limit orders that add liquidity) typically charge 0.02–0.05% — far cheaper than market orders at 0.1% or more.

Crypto Tax Basics (US)

In the United States, the IRS treats cryptocurrency as property. Every sale, swap, or spend is a taxable event. Key rules:

• Short-term (under 1 year): taxed as ordinary income — rates from 10% to 37% depending on your bracket.
• Long-term (1+ years): taxed at 0%, 15%, or 20% depending on income. Significant savings if you can wait.
• Wash sale rule: As of 2026, crypto is NOT subject to the 30-day wash sale rule — you can sell at a loss and immediately rebuy to harvest losses.

⚠️ This calculator provides estimates only. Tax laws vary by country and change frequently. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.