Prepare AVAX on the P-Chain
Use an Avalanche-compatible wallet. Transfer C-Chain AVAX to the P-Chain when needed, and leave a balance for network transaction costs.
Avax Staking.
Avax Staking locks AVAX on the Avalanche P-Chain to help secure the network and earn rewards. Native delegation requires at least 25 AVAX for 14 days to one year. You retain your keys, validators charge at least 2% of rewards, and eligible rewards arrive when the term ends.
Avax Staking earns AVAX rewards by delegating tokens to an Avalanche validator. Enter your amount to calculate rewards after validator fees.
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AVAX staking rewards calculator
Avalanche P-ChainAVAX25 AVAX10,000 AVAX
Staking period
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Enter your validator's APR and fee to calculate your return.
Your rewards over 1 year
+63.70AVAX
6.37% annual rate after validator fee
Reward calculation · Day 0Day 365
Total at term end1,063.70 AVAX
Annualized rewards63.70 AVAX
Native staking rewards are paid at the end of your term.
Gross rewards: 65.0000 AVAX · Validator fee: 1.3000 AVAXSimple APR · Network fees paid separately
25 AVAXminimum delegation
14–365 daysdelegation term
2% minimumfee on rewards
| Network and token | Avalanche Mainnet P-Chain; native AVAX |
|---|---|
| What you need | A P-Chain-compatible wallet, at least 25 AVAX to delegate, and extra AVAX for transaction fees |
| Delegation term | 14 days to 1 year; must fit within the validator's staking period |
| Validator fee | Minimum 2% of rewards; each validator sets its rate. Network transaction fees are separate. |
| Payout timing | Principal and eligible rewards return at the end of the delegation term |
| Custody and access | You retain your private keys; the protocol locks AVAX until maturity with no early withdrawal |
See Avalanche's official staking parameters for delegation limits and payouts, and its staking mechanics guide for custody and locking.
How much can you earn
staking AVAX?
Your amount, annual rate, staking term, and validator fee shape your return. At 6.50% APR with a 2% reward fee, 1,000 AVAX earns 63.70 AVAX over a year.
Adjust the inputs above to compare amounts and terms. The network's reward formula also accounts for token supply and staking duration, so use the rate for your chosen term.
Reward = stake × (APR ÷ 100) × (days ÷ 365) × (1 − fee ÷ 100)Simple interest, after the validator fee and before transaction costs.
| Amount staked | Gross rewards | After fee |
|---|---|---|
| 25 AVAX | 1.625 AVAX | 1.5925 AVAX |
| 100 AVAX | 6.50 AVAX | 6.37 AVAX |
| 500 AVAX | 32.50 AVAX | 31.85 AVAX |
| 1,000 AVAX | 65.00 AVAX | 63.70 AVAX |
| 2,000 AVAX | 130.00 AVAX | 127.40 AVAX |
365 days · 6.50% gross APR · 2% validator reward fee. Rewards are denominated in AVAX; their fiat value follows the token price.
How native AVAX staking works
Delegate on the P-Chain and help an existing validator secure Avalanche. You choose the amount, validator, end date, and reward address.
Choose a validator and term
Compare uptime, reward fees, and available capacity. Your delegation end date must fall within the validator's active staking period.
Confirm and receive rewards
Review the transaction in your wallet. Your AVAX stays locked for the agreed term; eligible rewards and principal are released at maturity.
Compare your AVAX staking options
Delegation suits token holders. Validation adds node operation. Liquid staking introduces a receipt token and protocol-specific exit rules.
Native delegation
Assign your stake to an existing validator while retaining your private keys. The calculator above uses this reward and fee structure.
- Minimum stake
- 25 AVAX
- Term
- 14 days to 1 year
Run a validator
Operate a Primary Network node, maintain availability, and earn validation rewards plus fees from delegators.
- Minimum stake
- 2,000 AVAX
- Term
- 48 hours to 1 year
Liquid staking
Stake through a protocol and receive a token representing the position. Compare smart contract exposure, redemption queues, and liquidity.
- Minimum stake
- Set by the protocol
- Exit
- Redemption or market sale
AVAX staking fees and payout timing
- Validator reward fee
- From 2% of rewards
- P-Chain transaction fee
- Dynamic, paid in AVAX
- Delegation starts
- When the P-Chain accepts it
- Reward payout
- At the end of your term
- Access to staked AVAX
- At the confirmed end date
A 2% fee means 2% of the reward
On 65 AVAX in gross rewards, the validator receives 1.30 AVAX. You receive 63.70 AVAX in rewards, plus your original stake at maturity.
Network fees are separate transaction costs. Cross-chain transfers add export and import fees. Native rewards are paid once per term; reinvest them in a new stake to compound.
AVAX staking security:
what to check
A validator's reliability affects reward eligibility. Your chosen term determines when your AVAX becomes available again.
Validator uptime and available capacity
Review performance and the remaining term. Validations beginning from the September 22, 2026 Helicon activation require 90% uptime for rewards; earlier validations use 80%.
Custody and transaction details
For native delegation, the protocol locks your stake and you retain your keys. Confirm the Node ID, amount, end date, and reward address before signing. Keep recovery phrases private.
Reward eligibility and token value
The Primary Network has no stake slashing. A validator that misses its uptime threshold can earn zero rewards. AVAX market value can change during the lock period.
Avax Staking FAQ
The details behind your deposit,
rewards, and staking term.
What is the minimum amount for Avax Staking?
Native delegation starts at 25 AVAX. Running a Primary Network validator requires 2,000 AVAX. Keep additional AVAX available for transaction fees.
How much can I earn staking 1,000 AVAX?
At a gross APR of 6.50% and a 2% validator fee, 1,000 AVAX produces 65 AVAX in gross annual rewards. The validator fee is 1.30 AVAX, leaving 63.70 AVAX in annual rewards before network transaction costs. Change the APR and fee in the calculator to compare returns.
When are AVAX staking rewards paid?
Native delegation rewards are paid at the end of the delegation term when the validator meets the reward requirements. The staked AVAX returns at maturity. Annualized income expresses a yearly rate; the payout follows your chosen end date.
Can I withdraw AVAX before my staking term ends?
Native AVAX stays locked until the end date confirmed in the staking transaction. Choose a term that matches when you need access to your tokens. Liquid staking follows the withdrawal and redemption rules of the protocol you select.
What is the difference between AVAX staking APR and APY?
APR expresses annual rewards without reinvestment. APY includes the effect of compounding. Native AVAX rewards arrive at the end of a term; earning rewards on those rewards requires staking them again. This calculator uses APR and simple interest.
Which chain is used for native AVAX staking?
Native staking uses the Avalanche P-Chain. Move AVAX from the C-Chain to the P-Chain with a cross-chain transfer before delegating. Keep enough AVAX available for the export, import, and staking transaction fees.
How do validator fees affect my AVAX rewards?
The delegation fee is a percentage of the reward. A 2% fee on 65 AVAX in gross rewards is 1.30 AVAX, leaving 63.70 AVAX. The stake amount stays separate from this reward fee. Network transaction fees are additional.
How do I choose a validator for AVAX staking?
Compare observed uptime, fee, available delegation capacity, and staking end date. Your entire delegation must fit within the validator's active term. The reward uptime threshold is 90% for validations starting at or after the September 22, 2026 Helicon activation; earlier validations retain the 80% threshold.
Start Avax Staking with your chosen term
Choose your amount and term, then continue to the dashboard.