Tokenomics—the economic design of your token—is crucial for long-term success. Poor tokenomics lead to failed projects, while well-designed economics create sustainable value. This calculator helps you design effective tokenomics.
Use the calculator below to experiment with different tokenomics models. Adjust supply, distribution, and pricing to see how they affect market cap and token economics. Then read our comprehensive guide to understand best practices.
Tokenomics Calculator
Total number of tokens to be created
Target price per token in USD
Distribution Allocation
Calculated Results
Market Cap
$10,000
Circulating Supply
1,000,000
Understanding Tokenomics Basics
Tokenomics refers to the economic design of your token. It includes total supply, distribution, utility, incentives, and economic flows. Good tokenomics create sustainable value and align incentives between creators, holders, and users.
Key Components
- Total Supply: The maximum number of tokens that will ever exist
- Distribution: How tokens are allocated across different stakeholders
- Utility: What the token is used for and why people need it
- Vesting: Time-locked releases of tokens to prevent dumping
- Incentives: Mechanisms that reward desired behaviors
Why Design Matters
Poor tokenomics lead to failed projects. Common failures include: too much supply (inflation), unfair distribution (lack of trust), no utility (no value), and poor vesting (dumping). Well-designed tokenomics create sustainable ecosystems.
Learn more in our comprehensive tokenomics guide.
Distribution Strategies
Fair Launch Model
All tokens available from launch. No presale, no team allocation. Creates maximum fairness but requires strong initial marketing. Best for community-driven projects.
Presale Model
Sell portion of tokens before launch. Provides funding and builds community. Requires careful planning and legal compliance. See our distribution guide for details.
Liquidity Allocation
Typically 20-40% of supply goes to liquidity pools. This ensures trading availability and price stability. Too little creates high slippage, too much can dilute value.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good token supply?
There's no one-size-fits-all answer. Common ranges are 1 million to 1 billion tokens. Smaller supplies create scarcity, larger supplies allow micro-transactions. Consider your use case, target price, and distribution goals. Most successful tokens use supplies between 1 million and 100 million.
How should I distribute tokens?
Fair distribution is key. Common allocations: 20-40% for liquidity, 10-20% for team (vested), 20-30% for community/airdrop, 10-20% for treasury, 10-20% for marketing. Avoid keeping too much (over 50%) as it reduces trust. See our distribution guide for detailed strategies.
What percentage should go to liquidity?
Typically 20-40% of total supply should go to liquidity pools. This ensures adequate trading liquidity and price stability. Too little liquidity creates high slippage, while too much can dilute value. Start with 30% as a good baseline.
How long should vesting be?
Vesting periods vary by allocation. Team tokens typically vest over 12-48 months with a 6-12 month cliff. Treasury tokens may vest over 24-60 months. Community airdrops often have no vesting. Longer vesting periods show commitment and reduce sell pressure.
What's a good market cap target?
Market cap targets depend on your goals. For memecoins, $100K-$1M is common. For utility tokens, $1M-$10M is realistic. For serious projects, $10M+ is achievable. Start with realistic targets and focus on building value rather than inflated market caps.
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