How do I convert satoshi to USD?

To convert satoshi to USD, multiply the number of satoshis by the current Bitcoin price in USD, then divide by 100,000,000 (since 1 BTC = 100 million satoshis). For example: if Bitcoin is $100,000 and you have 10,000 satoshis, the calculation is (10,000 × $100,000) ÷ 100,000,000 = $0.10 USD. Our calculator does this automatically with live exchange rates from Coinbase, updated hourly.

A satoshi (sat) is the smallest unit of Bitcoin cryptocurrency, named after Bitcoin's pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto. One satoshi equals 0.00000001 BTC (one hundred-millionth of a Bitcoin). There will only ever be 2.1 quadrillion satoshis in existence. This small denomination allows for microtransactions and makes Bitcoin more accessible for everyday purchases.

How many satoshis are in one Bitcoin?

There are exactly 100,000,000 (one hundred million) satoshis in one Bitcoin. This fixed ratio never changes regardless of Bitcoin's price. The relationship can be expressed as: 1 BTC = 100,000,000 sats, or conversely, 1 satoshi = 0.00000001 BTC.

How many satoshis equal one US dollar?

The number of satoshis per US dollar varies inversely with Bitcoin's price. The formula is: sats per dollar = 100,000,000 ÷ BTC price in USD. For example: At $100,000 BTC = 1,000 sats per dollar. At $50,000 BTC = 2,000 sats per dollar. At $200,000 BTC = 500 sats per dollar. Our converter shows the current real-time rate.

Is this satoshi to USD converter accurate?

Yes, our satoshi to USD converter uses live data from Coinbase's public API, one of the largest and most trusted cryptocurrency exchanges. The conversion rates are updated hourly and reflect real-time Bitcoin market prices. The calculator has been serving cryptocurrency enthusiasts since 2024 with accurate, reliable conversions.

Why is it called a satoshi?

The satoshi is named after Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin who published the Bitcoin whitepaper in 2008 and launched the network in 2009. Despite numerous investigations, Satoshi Nakamoto's true identity remains unknown. The term 'satoshi' was proposed by the Bitcoin community to honor the creator and provide a practical name for Bitcoin's smallest unit.

What is the symbol for satoshi?

Satoshis are commonly abbreviated as 'sat' (singular) or 'sats' (plural). While there's no universally adopted official symbol like $ for dollars, some proposed symbols include a lowercase 's' with a vertical line through it, or simply 'sat'. In practice, most people write amounts as '1000 sats' or '1k sats'.

Can you buy less than one satoshi?

On the Bitcoin blockchain, the satoshi is the smallest indivisible unit—you cannot transact fractions of a satoshi on-chain. However, on the Lightning Network (Bitcoin's layer-2 scaling solution), there's a smaller unit called a 'millisatoshi' (msat), equal to 0.001 satoshis, which is used for Lightning payment routing. These sub-satoshi amounts are settled as whole satoshis when the channel closes.

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What is a Satoshi?

A satoshi is the smallest unit of Bitcoin, named after its pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto. One Bitcoin equals exactly 100,000,000 satoshis—think of satoshis as "Bitcoin cents," but much smaller.

Why Stack Sats?

As Bitcoin's price rises, satoshis become the practical unit for everyday transactions. Many Bitcoiners "stack sats"—accumulating small amounts regularly—embracing the long-term sound money perspective.

The Conversion Math

To convert satoshis to USD: multiply satoshis by the current BTC price, then divide by 100 million. At $100,000 per BTC, one satoshi equals $0.001 USD.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you calculate satoshi to USD?

Multiply the number of satoshis by the current Bitcoin price in USD, then divide by 100,000,000. Our calculator does this automatically using live exchange rates from Coinbase, updated every hour.

What is 1000 satoshis worth in USD?

The value depends on Bitcoin's current price. At $100,000 per Bitcoin, 1000 satoshis equals $1.00 USD. Use our live calculator above to see the current rate.

How many satoshis make one dollar?

This varies constantly with Bitcoin's price. Check the "Sats per $1" stat above for the current real-time rate, or use our converter for custom amounts.

Is satoshi the same as Bitcoin?

Satoshi is a unit of Bitcoin, not a separate cryptocurrency. Just as cents are to dollars, satoshis are to Bitcoin—but much smaller: 100 million satoshis equal one Bitcoin.

Why are satoshis becoming more popular?

As Bitcoin's price increases, fractional Bitcoin amounts become unwieldy. Saying "5,000 sats" is clearer than "0.00005 BTC." Satoshis also reinforce the idea that you don't need to buy a whole Bitcoin to own Bitcoin.

Where does your data come from?

We use Coinbase's public API for real-time Bitcoin prices, updated hourly. Historical data spans from Bitcoin's early trading days to present, allowing you to visualize purchasing power over 1, 5, 10+ years.