According to a survey conducted by Gallup, 64% of U.S. citizens perceive crypto assets as a very risky investment, while only 14% of the adult population holds such assets in their portfolios. The study was conducted among adult Americans in June 2025.
This is reported by Finway
Demographic Distribution of Crypto Asset Owners
The average ownership rate of crypto assets is 14%, but it varies significantly across socio-demographic groups. The highest percentage of digital asset owners is among men aged 18–49, at 25%. A high level of ownership is also observed among citizens with higher incomes, college graduates, and supporters of political conservatism. Only 4% of respondents who currently do not own crypto assets expressed an intention to purchase them in the near future.
It is worth noting that this is the first large-scale study conducted among all adult Americans. Previously, Gallup focused on surveys of investors with portfolios of $10,000 or more. Among this group, the percentage of cryptocurrency owners has increased significantly: from 2% in 2018 to 17% in 2025.
Societal Skepticism and Awareness of Crypto Assets
Despite the gradual increase in the percentage of owners, most respondents remain skeptical about crypto assets: 64% consider them extremely risky. This level of distrust is particularly characteristic of Democrats, liberals, men over 50, and households with an annual income of over $90,000.
Awareness of crypto asset technology also remains low: only 35% of respondents stated that they have sufficient knowledge in this area, 5% have never heard of such assets, and 60% are only superficially familiar with them.
“While policymakers have begun to align cryptocurrency with the U.S. financial system, and consumer investment platforms could facilitate its broader adoption, this attitude indicates that ignorance of cryptocurrency and concerns about potential profitability continue to hinder its acceptance as a mainstream investment,” the company stated.
The findings of the study suggest that American society, in general, maintains a cautious, predominantly skeptical attitude toward crypto assets, despite statements and support from the new U.S. administration.
Earlier, the U.S. House of Representatives approved three strategic bills related to industry regulation, including those concerning stablecoins. One of these laws has already been signed by President Donald Trump.