Michigan
A list of ways to purchase bitcoin in Michigan.
Robinhood
Fully available to residents of Michigan. Users can buy using ACH, bank account, debit card, PayPal, Apple Pay, and wire. Regulated by FinCEN & holds Michigan Money Transmitter License. Registered with the U.S. SEC as a broker-dealer.
Coinbase
Fully available to residents of Michigan. Residents can buy Bitcoin using ACH, bank account, debit card, PayPal, Apple Pay, and wire. Regulated by FinCEN & holds Michigan Money Transmitter License MT0022972.
River
River is fully available to residents of Michigan. Holds a Michigan Money Transmitter License, MT0022972. Residents can buy Bitcoin using ACH, bank account, or wire transfers.
Kraken
Kraken is fully available to residents of Michigan. Kraken holds a Michigan Money Transmitter License, MT0022200. MI residents can buy Bitcoin using ACH transfers, wire transfers, and Apple Pay.
Gemini
Gemini is available to Michigan residents and fully regulated. MI users can buy and trade Bitcoin through ACH transfers, PayPal, Apple Pay and other payment options. Regulated by FinCEN and holds Michigan Money Transmitter License MT0022972.
ATM Radar
Coin ATM Radar helps you locate Bitcoin ATMs across Michigan. The map shows ATM locations, operators, fees, and supported cryptocurrencies. Locations in cities like Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and many other towns.
Bitcoin Depot
Bitcoin Depot is a company that specializes in making cash to Bitcoin machines in the USA. They have locations in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and many other towns.
Exchange Support
Exchange Name | Support for Michigan |
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Binance.us | No |
Coinbase | Yes |
Kraken | Yes |
Kucoin | No |
Gemini | Yes |
Uphold | Yes |
Luno | No |
Crypto.com | Yes |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Transaction Fees
A look at the transaction fees for each exchange, both spread and commission.
- Spread fee: Exchanges may charge a higher price than the actual price of Bitcoin.
- Fee: Exchange fee for the transaction.
- Total fees: The sum of the spread fee and the fee.
Exchange | Spread Fee | Fee | Total Fees |
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Kraken | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
Robinhood | 0.55% | 0.0% | 0.55% |
River | 0.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% |
Gemini | 0.5% | 2.99% | 3.49% |
Coinbase | 1.0% | 2.99% | 3.99% |
Actual fees may vary. Fees are subject to change. Fee estimates based on our research and testing. Some exchanges may charge less depending on volume.
Estimated Fees on $100
An estimate of the fees for buying $100 worth of Bitcoin using a bank account.
Exchange | Total Cost on $100 |
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Kraken | $0.4 |
Robinhood | $0.55 |
River | $1.3 |
Gemini | $3.49 |
Coinbase | $3.99 |
History of Bitcoin in Michigan
Michigan has developed a balanced approach to Bitcoin regulation and adoption. In 2017, the Michigan Department of Treasury issued guidance clarifying that Bitcoin and other virtual currencies are subject to Michigan sales tax laws. Detroit has become particularly notable in the Bitcoin space, with the city hosting one of the highest concentrations of Bitcoin ATMs in the Midwest.
The state's regulatory framework was further refined in 2019 when Michigan updated its money transmitter laws to explicitly include businesses dealing with Bitcoin. This provided clearer guidelines for Bitcoin companies operating in the state while maintaining consumer protections.
Financial & Regulatory Licenses
Exchange | Licenses & Regulation |
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Robinhood | FinCEN as a money services business. U.S. SEC as a broker-dealer. |
Coinbase | Chartered by New York State Department of Financial Services for virtual currency. |
River | Registered MSB with FinCEN. |
Kraken | Registered money services business with FinCEN (USA). |
Gemini | New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS). |
ATM Radar | This is a map only. Please check with individual ATM operators for their regulatory status and licenses. |
Bitcoin Depot | Registered MSB with FinCEN in the USA and FINTRAC in Canada. Licensed for money transmission in applicable US states. |
Deposit Fees
These are fees exchanges may charge for deposits. Fees are subject to change.
Exchange | Deposit Fees |
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Coinbase |
ACH: Free Wire: $10 USD SEPA: €0.15 EUR SWIFT: Free |
Gemini |
ACH: $0 Wire: $0 SEPA: $0 SWIFT: $0 |
Kraken |
ACH: $0 Wire: $0 SEPA: $0 SWIFT: $3 |
River |
ACH: $0 Wire: $0 |
Robinhood |
ACH: $0 SWIFT: $0 |
Bitcoin Scams in Michigan
Michigan residents have faced several significant Bitcoin scams. In 2021, the Grand Rapids-based CashCoin venture, operated by James Peterson, defrauded investors of $3.2 million through a sophisticated Bitcoin mining scheme. Peterson claimed to operate a large-scale mining operation that didn't exist, promising investors monthly returns of 15-20% on their Bitcoin investments.
The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) actively investigates Bitcoin-related fraud and has issued multiple cease-and-desist orders against unauthorized Bitcoin trading platforms. Michigan residents are strongly advised to verify any Bitcoin investment opportunity with LARA and to be wary of unsolicited investment offers.
Mobile App Support
Exchange | iOS App | Android App |
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Robinhood | ||
Coinbase | ||
River | ||
Kraken | ||
Gemini |
Earn Interest & Rewards
The following table shows interest rates offered by exchanges.
Exchange | Interest Rate & Details |
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Coinbase |
4.70%
Earn 4.70% APY rewards by holding USDC on Coinbase. USDC is fully backed 1:1 by US dollars. Minimum $1.
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River |
3.8%
Earn 3.8% interest on FDIC-insured cash, paid out in Bitcoin. No fees or minimums. Withdraws allowed anytime.
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Kraken |
0.15% - 6.5%
Available for BTC (0.15% bonded/0.1% flexible), USDT/USD/USDC (6.5% bonded/4.5% flexible), and EUR (4.45% bonded/3.5% flexible).
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Exchange snapshots
Robinhood
Robinhood snapshot | |
Minimum Deposit | $1 |
iOS app score |
4.2
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Android app score |
4.2
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Deposit Methods | ACH, Debit Card, Bank Account, Wire Transfer |
Review | Read our review |
Coinbase
Coinbase snapshot | |
Minimum Deposit | $1 |
iOS app score |
4.7
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Android app score |
4.6
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Deposit Methods | ACH, Wire Transfer, Debit Card, Bank Account, PayPal, Apple Pay, iDEAL, SEPA, Interac e-Transfer, Instant Verification, Google Pay |
Review | Read our review |
River
River snapshot | |
Minimum Deposit | $1 |
iOS app score |
4.8
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Android app score |
4.9
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Deposit Methods | ACH, Bank Account, Wire Transfer |
Review | Read our review |
Kraken
Kraken snapshot | |
Minimum Deposit | $1 |
iOS app score |
4.7
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Android app score |
4.3
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Deposit Methods | ACH, Bank Account, Apple Pay, Google Pay, SEPA, Interac e-Transfer, Debit Card, PayPal, Instant Verification |
Gemini
Gemini snapshot | |
Minimum Deposit | $1 |
iOS app score |
4.8
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Android app score |
4.2
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Deposit Methods | ACH, Bank Account, PayPal, Apple Pay, Debit Card, Google Pay |
ATM Radar
ATM Radar snapshot | |
Minimum Deposit | Each ATM will have a different minimum deposit amount. |
iOS app score |
4.5
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Android app score |
4.5
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Deposit Methods | Cash |
Bitcoin Depot
Bitcoin Depot snapshot | |
Minimum Deposit | $1 |
iOS app score |
4.4
Official rating from the iOS App Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Android app score |
4.3
Official rating from the Android Play Store as of November 18, 2024.
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Deposit Methods | Cash |