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How much does it cost to be a Solana validator?
How much does it cost to be a Solana validator?
HanRiverWave
Tue Dec 10 2024
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I'm wondering about the financial aspect of becoming a Solana validator. Specifically, I want to know how much it would cost me to set up and operate as a Solana validator.
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SsangyongSpiritedStrengthCourage
Thu Dec 12 2024
For the sake of estimation, let's consider an annual expenditure of $4,500 USD based on these monthly costs.
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HanbokElegance
Thu Dec 12 2024
In addition to the operational expenses, validators also incur voting costs.
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MysticMoon
Thu Dec 12 2024
Each epoch, which lasts around 2 to 3 days, requires around 2 to 3 SOL in voting fees.
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CryptoConqueror
Thu Dec 12 2024
These voting costs, when extrapolated over a year, contribute significantly to the overall expenses.
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Sara
Thu Dec 12 2024
Running Solana validator servers entails a monthly cost of approximately $350 to $700 USD.
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