The number of crypto millionaires rose 40% year‑on‑year to 241,700 by mid‑2025, driven by a BTC price rally and large institutional spot ETF inflows; Henley & Partners attributes the surge to increasing US institutional adoption and rising market valuation above $3.3 trillion.
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40% jump in crypto millionaires to 241,700
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Bitcoin millionaires rose 70% to 145,100; centimillionaires and billionaires also increased significantly.
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Spot BTC ETF inflows rose from $37.3B to $60.6B; spot ETH ETF inflows climbed to $13.4B.
Crypto millionaires rise 40% to 241,700 by mid-2025 — read the Henley & Partners Crypto Wealth Report summary and ETF inflow highlights now.
The number of crypto millionaires has jumped 40% year‑on‑year to over 240,000, driven mainly by institutional adoption, according to Henley & Partners.
The number of crypto millionaires has risen by 40% year‑on‑year to 241,700, fueled by Bitcoin’s price rally and the broader crypto market valuation pushing past $3.3 trillion by mid‑2025, according to Henley & Partners’ Crypto Wealth Report.
The count of crypto centimillionaires — holders with crypto assets above $100 million — climbed 38% to 450. The crypto billionaire total increased 29% to 36 by the end of June, the report found.
“This significant growth coincides with a watershed year for institutional adoption,” Henley said in the report.
Change in Bitcoin crypto millionaires, centimillionaires, and billionaires year-on-year. Source: Henley & Partners
What caused the surge in crypto millionaires?
The surge in crypto millionaires is primarily explained by a Bitcoin-led market rally and substantial institutional inflows into spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs. Increased participation from public companies and major financial firms, especially in the US, strengthened market valuation and concentrated wealth gains among existing crypto holders.
How did Bitcoin performance and ETFs contribute to wealth gains?
Bitcoin outperformed much of the market between July 2024 and June 2025, helping Bitcoin millionaires rise 70% to 145,100. Spot BTC ETF inflows increased from $37.3 billion to $60.6 billion year‑to‑date, while spot ETH ETF inflows reached $13.4 billion, amplifying price appreciation and portfolio revaluation.
Investment firms—investment advisory, hedge funds, brokerages and private equity—accounted for large portions of spot ETH ETF purchases, with institutional holdings reported at $1.35 billion and $688 million for top categories in Q2.
Why did centimillionaire and billionaire counts change?
Higher crypto valuations revalued large holdings, increasing centimillionaires by 38% to 450 and billionaires by 29% to 36. For Bitcoin specifically, centimillionaire counts rose 63% to 254, and billionaire counts tied to Bitcoin increased 55% to 17.
Phillipp Baumann, founder of Z22 Technologies, said Bitcoin is increasingly used as a “base currency for accumulating wealth,” a dynamic that concentrates gains among large holders.
Where are wealthy crypto holders relocating and why?
Henley ranked migration and residency preferences for crypto holders using its Crypto Adoption Index. Top locations included Singapore, Hong Kong, and the US, with Switzerland and the UAE completing the top five.
The index combined public adoption, infrastructure, innovation, regulatory environment, economic factors and tax friendliness. Smaller nations such as Costa Rica, El Salvador, Greece, Latvia, Panama, New Zealand and Uruguay were also noted for targeted strategies to attract digital asset investors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many crypto millionaires were recorded in the Henley report?
The Henley & Partners Crypto Wealth Report records 241,700 crypto millionaires by mid‑2025, a 40% year‑on‑year increase driven largely by Bitcoin appreciation and institutional inflows.
How significant were ETF inflows to the market rally?
Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows rose from $37.3B to $60.6B, while spot Ether ETF inflows increased fourfold to $13.4B, materially contributing to price gains and wealth revaluation.
Key Takeaways
- Major growth in wealthy holders: Crypto millionaires rose 40% to 241,700, signaling concentrated gains.
- Bitcoin-led rally: Bitcoin outperformance and ETF inflows were central to wealth increases.
- Institutional adoption matters: US institutional buying and favorable policy actions helped drive inflows and valuation.
Conclusion
The Henley & Partners Crypto Wealth Report shows a clear concentration of gains among large crypto holders, with crypto millionaires up 40% and Bitcoin millionaires up 70%. Institutional spot ETF inflows and increased corporate participation underpin these trends. Monitor ETF flows and adoption indices for ongoing shifts in crypto wealth distribution.
