NEW YORK—The National Cryptocurrency Association’s largest-ever survey reveals that approximately 55 million U.S. adults are now using cryptocurrencies, Pintu reported.
The Harris Poll survey revealed how digital currency is used across demographics and income levels.
Most crypto users in the United States are the younger generation, with 67% under the age of 45. However, adoption among older people is also significant, with 15% of users being over 55.
Women now account for almost a third of all crypto holders, at around 31%. The employment sector of users also shows interesting diversity, Pintu stated in its analysis.
The construction sector, for example, has 12% crypto users, more than the financial services sector, which has 7%. This shows that crypto is popular not only among tech or finance workers but also across other sectors.
Crypto use is not limited to investment or speculation—45% of users stated that they benefit from learning and personal growth. Meanwhile, 40% use crypto to make purchases, and 9% transact with crypto on a daily basis.
“The excitement of being part of a growing sector is also a draw, with 45% of users enjoying this aspect. Most users, 81%, want to deepen their understanding of crypto, especially regarding security, regulation and blockchain technology,” Pintu said.