How much passive income does 10 ETH generate?

At $3,500 ETH and 3.2% APR, 10 ETH generates about $280/month or $1,120/year in staking rewards. Adjust the calculator for your assumptions.

Is Ethereum staking truly passive?

Liquid staking is largely passive — deposit ETH and hold the receipt token. Solo validators require ongoing maintenance. Lending and DeFi strategies may need active management.

Do I pay taxes on staking rewards?

In many countries, staking rewards are taxable income when received. Tax rules vary significantly. Consult a tax professional for your jurisdiction.

What is the difference between stETH and holding ETH?

stETH rebases daily to include staking rewards. Holding ETH earns nothing unless you stake it. stETH carries smart contract and depeg risks ETH alone does not.

Can staking income beat inflation?

Sometimes, but ETH price volatility usually matters more than the 3–4% staking yield. A diversified plan should account for both yield and principal value.

Are staking yield estimates guaranteed?

No. Staking yield estimates are not guaranteed. APR changes with network participation, validator performance, MEV, and protocol fees. Use current rates as a planning guide and verify before making financial decisions.

Does this calculator include taxes?

No. These calculators show gross yield before taxes, gas fees, and platform costs. Tax treatment of staking rewards varies by country. Consult a qualified tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

What APR should I use for planning?

For liquid staking, many users reference current Lido stETH or Rocket Pool rETH net APY. Solo validators may see slightly different returns. Always verify the current rate on the protocol's official dashboard before planning.

Is the principal at risk when staking?

Yes. Staking carries risks including smart contract vulnerabilities, slashing (for validators), token depegs for liquid staking tokens, and ETH price volatility. Yield is only one part of total return.

How is this different from checking my actual wallet?

Calculators use hypothetical inputs. Yield by Dexkit analyzes your real on-chain positions across protocols like Lido, Aave, and Morpho to show what your wallet actually earns today.

Ethereum Passive Income Calculator

Ethereum passive income from staking equals your ETH holdings multiplied by the APR, divided across the year. For example, 10 ETH at $3,500 and 3.2% APR generates about $9.33 per day, $280 per month, and $1,120 per year in rewards — roughly 0.32 ETH annually. This excludes taxes, fees, and ETH price changes. Verify current APR before planning.

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