How much does it cost to print one $100 note (2025)?
Answer11.3 cents
A $1 or $2 note costs 4.1 cents to print.
Source: Federal Reserve Board, How much does it cost to produce currency and coin? (2025) federalreserve.gov
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How long does a $1 bill last in circulation, on average (estimate as of May 2025)?
Answer7.2 years
A $20 bill lasts an estimated 11.1 years.
Source: Federal Reserve Board, How long is the lifespan of U.S. paper money? (2025) federalreserve.gov
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How many U.S. Federal Reserve notes were in circulation at the end of 2025?
Answer56.6 billion notes
There were 15.2 billion $1 notes in circulation.
Source: Federal Reserve Board, Currency in Circulation: Volume (2025) federalreserve.gov
How long does a $100 bill last in circulation, on average (estimate as of May 2025)?
Answer24.0 years
A $50 bill lasts an estimated 14.9 years.
Source: Federal Reserve Board, How long is the lifespan of U.S. paper money? (2025) federalreserve.gov
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