IOTA staking currently offers a 11% median APY, with 50.4% of the total supply staked. Total staked dropped 1.12% week-over-week, while the IOTA price fell 4.45% to $0.0653. Yields remain steady, though declining participation could signal reduced competition for rewards.

Key metrics

The staking ratio remains high at 50%, ensuring decent network security. The Nakamoto coefficient of 7 is stable, indicating no immediate centralization risks. However, the 4.45% price drop is worth watching if it continues.

What changed

The total staked amount dropped 1.12% this week, with a net outflow of 18 million IOTA in the latest epoch. This decline in participation could support APY stability in the short term, as fewer participants mean less competition for the 767,000 IOTA in weekly rewards. However, sustained outflows could raise questions about confidence in the network, especially with the price dip.

Top validators

These validators rank highest by our scoring system, balancing APY, commission, decentralization, and reliability:

1. Cream: 12.2% APY, 0% commission, 1.3% voting power
2. Klever: 11.9% APY, 2% commission, 0.6% voting power
3. Staking4All: 11.9% APY, 2% commission, 0.9% voting power
4. LinkPool: 11.9% APY, 2% commission, 1.5% voting power
5. starfish-one: 11.8% APY, 3% commission, 0.5% voting power

Cream stands out with the highest APY and no commission, but its relatively high voting power (1.3%) means it’s worth keeping an eye on its influence over time.

Next steps

• Monitor staking ratio trends. A continued decline could impact network security.
• Use the APY Calculator to estimate your rewards based on current rates.
• Check the Staking Tracker for validator performance and updates.

Data is based on the latest snapshot as of Mar 9, 2026. Metrics are subject to change.