How to Stake Osmosis in 2026
How much can you earn?
Estimate your rewards from staking Osmosis.
What is Osmosis staking?
Staking Osmosis means putting your OSMO to work in a DeFi protocol on Osmosis to earn about 1.7% APY. Unlike simply holding, your tokens are deposited into a smart contract that pays out rewards.
Is staking Osmosis worth it in 2026?
At ~1.7% APY, Osmosis staking offers a solid middle-ground return. There's moderate risk — think lock-up periods and the usual price volatility — so it suits holders who are comfortable leaving OSMO staked for a while rather than trading it actively.
Follow the step-by-step guide below to start staking OSMO.
How to stake Osmosis
Get OSMO
Acquire OSMO from an exchange.
Connect to DeFi platform
Connect your wallet to the Osmosis DeFi platform offering staking.
Approve and deposit
Approve the smart contract and deposit your OSMO to start earning.
Harvest rewards
Monitor and harvest rewards periodically for optimal compounding.
What to watch out for
Osmosis staking — common questions
What is the current OSMO staking APY?
The current Osmosis staking APY is approximately 1.70%. This rate fluctuates based on network participation and total staked supply. Data is updated every few hours.
Is there a minimum to stake OSMO?
Yes, the minimum stake for Osmosis is 0.01 OSMO. Some third-party platforms allow smaller amounts through pooled staking.
How risky is OSMO staking?
Osmosis staking carries medium risk. There are some risks including potential slashing, lock-up periods, and smart contract risk.
What type of staking does OSMO use?
Osmosis uses DeFi staking through smart contracts, which can offer higher yields with additional smart contract risk.
What percentage of OSMO is staked?
About 35.0% of the total Osmosis supply is currently staked, worth $8.60M.