Rising average bitcoin mining costs for public miners in Q2 2025
In the second quarter of 2025, the average cost to mine one bitcoin for public miners rose to approximately $74,600. Including non-cash expenses such as equipment depreciation and stock-based compensation for employees, the total average cost increases to $137,800.
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This increase in costs impacts mining profitability and operational strategies, reflecting higher expenses to maintain operations amid a volatile cryptocurrency market.
Looking ahead, public miners are expected to focus on cost optimization and improving production efficiency to sustain profitability.
