CoinucationIf you invested $1,000 in Bitcoin in 2018
It would be worth $6,187 today, a return of +518.67%. You would have bought 0.074184 BTC at $13,480 on Jan 1, 2018; the latest close is $83,397 on Oct 7, 2026.
Assumes a single purchase at the first daily close of the year in Bitcoin, no fees, no taxes, held to the latest close.
Other amounts, bought at the start of 2018
| Invested | BTC bought | Worth today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 | 0.007418 | $619 | +518.67% |
| $500 | 0.037092 | $3,093 | +518.67% |
| $1,000 | 0.074184 | $6,187 | +518.67% |
| $5,000 | 0.37092 | $30,934 | +518.67% |
| $10,000 | 0.741839 | $61,867 | +518.67% |
Value of $1,000 since Jan 1, 2018
Frequently asked questions
What would $1,000 in Bitcoin in 2018 be worth today?
$1,000 invested on January 1, 2018 at $13,480 bought 0.074184 BTC. At $83,397 on October 7, 2026 that is $6,187, a +518.67% return.
What was the highest that investment was worth?
The position peaked at $9,252 on October 6, 2025 and bottomed at $236 on December 15, 2018.
What is the annualized return?
Over 8.8 years the compound annual growth rate is +23.11% per year. Past returns do not predict future returns.
Does this include fees and taxes?
No. The figures assume one purchase at the first daily close of the year, no trading fees, no spread, and no taxes on the gain. Real results would be lower.
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