ADA to USD — Cardano Exchange Rate Today
Convert ADA to USD — How the Cardano Exchange Rate Works
The ADA to USD exchange rate is calculated in real-time by aggregating trade data from over 145 active exchanges and 499 individual markets. The rate you see reflects a global volume-weighted average price (VWAP), meaning exchanges with higher trading volumes have a greater impact on the displayed price. As of March 2026, 1 ADA is worth approximately $0.2853 USD, with a 24-hour trading volume exceeding $888 million USD.
Key Data Points:
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Rate (Mar 2026): ~$0.2853 per ADA
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24h Volume: $888M+ USD
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Active Markets: 499 markets, 145 exchanges
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Max Supply: 45,000,000,000 ADA
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Circulating Supply: ~44.99 Billion ADA
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Market Cap: ~$9.57 Billion USD
Cardano's exchange rate against the US Dollar has experienced significant volatility throughout its history. The token launched at a pre-sale price of $0.0024 in 2015 and reached its all-time high of $3.09 on September 2, 2021 — representing over a 1,000x return from its initial sale price. At current levels near $0.285, ADA trades approximately 90.76% below that peak. For MYR users, the current ADA price translates to approximately 1.12 MYR per ADA.
When converting ADA to USD on exchanges, be aware that the final rate depends on the specific exchange's order book depth, applicable trading fees, and whether you use a market or limit order. Large trades can experience slippage — particularly on smaller exchanges. For accurate real-time conversion, always reference the live chart rather than cached prices. Cardano's circulating supply stands at approximately 44.99 billion ADA, with a maximum supply capped at 45 billion.