How Much Does It Cost to Create a Meme Coin? (Breakdown by Blockchain)

The cost to create a meme coin varies by blockchain. Ethereum

Below I’ll break down the cost of creating a token on each blockchain, strictly covering the technical side of deploying the token. If you plan to launch to market and bring on a designer, community manager, or developer, those costs come on top of what’s in the table.

To actually launch your token to market, you’ll need to invest in creating its liquidity pool. Once you cover the costs listed below, your token will be ready in your wallet whenever you decide to go live.

How Much Does It Cost to Create a token on Each Blockchain

The cost to create your token does not include the cost of launching it to market, meaning the creation of the liquidity pool. With that out of the way, let’s get into it.

Ethereum

On Ethereum, creating a token is still a fairly accessible process given current costs.

The base cost is 0.01 ETH, enough to deploy your ERC20 contract. If you want to add advanced features like anti-bot protection or limits to prevent large accumulation by whales (anti-whale), add 0.005 ETH per additional feature.

You also have the option to set up a airdrop mode at no extra cost, which lets you restrict transfers and trading of your token until you’re ready to enable it.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on Ethereum: 0.01 ETH
• Additional cost for advanced features: 0.005 ETH per feature.

Solana

Solana differs from EVM-compatible blockchains in that the cost to create a token depends on the size and data stored on the network.

Creating a basic token on Solana costs approximately 0.3 SOL. You can also add social links, images, and revoke authorities (Mint, Freeze, Update) to build investor trust, at 0.1 SOL each.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on Solana: 0.3 SOL
• Additional cost for revoking authorities: 0.1 SOL per authority.

If you want a full breakdown of what it costs to launch a liquidity pool on Solana and list your token, check out our guide on how much it costs to launch a token on solana.

Base

Base is a Layer 2 built on Ethereum that offers a much more cost-efficient environment for deploying tokens. The base cost to create a token is 0.01 ETH, and advanced options like anti-bot or anti-whale follow the same pricing as Ethereum at 0.005 ETH each.

The Base network stands out for its low gas fees and scalability focus, making it a solid option for projects with tight budgets.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on Base: 0.01 ETH
• Additional cost for advanced features: 0.005 ETH per feature.

Arbitrum

Arbitrum is another popular Layer 2 for creating ERC20 tokens. The base cost to create a token is also 0.01 ETH. Advanced features like anti-bot mode and anti-whale add an extra 0.005 ETH each.

Arbitrum offers fast transaction times and low gas fees, making it a strong pick for token creators who want an efficient, cost-effective solution.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on Arbitrum: 0.01 ETH
• Additional cost for advanced features: 0.005 ETH per feature.

Polygon

Polygon, like other EVM-compatible blockchains, offers a cost-effective solution for token creation. The base cost is 49 POL, and each advanced feature, such as bot and whale protections, adds 15 POL.

Polygon is a great fit for anyone looking for a reliable, affordable network with strong adoption across DeFi and NFT projects.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on Polygon: 49 POL
• Additional cost for advanced features: 15 POL per feature.

Binance Smart Chain (BSC)

On BSC, the cost to create a basic token is 0.19 BNB, which is slightly higher than most other blockchains. That said, its low transaction fees and strong adoption across DeFi projects make it one of the most popular choices.

Advanced features like anti-bot and anti-whale come with an additional cost of 0.05 BNB each.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on BSC: 0.19 BNB
• Additional cost for advanced features: 0.05 BNB per feature.

Avalanche

Avalanche offers a solid token creation solution with a base cost of 1.9 AVAX.

Advanced options like anti-bot and anti-whale protections add 0.5 AVAX each, putting Avalanche in the premium tier when it comes to add-on features.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on Avalanche: 1.9 AVAX
• Additional cost for advanced features: 0.5 AVAX per feature.

Blast

Blast is another solid option built on Ethereum, with a base cost of 0.01 ETH to create a token. Advanced options like anti-bot and anti-whale mode also come at an additional 0.005 ETH each.

Blast runs an efficient network with competitive fees, making it a strong pick for early-stage projects.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on Blast: 0.01 ETH
• Additional cost for advanced features: 0.005 ETH per feature.

Sui

Sui is a relatively new ecosystem, but it’s still a great option for creating tokens. It’s the latest network added to Smithii, and the cost to create a token is 7.5 SUI. As for the features, they’re still in development, and we plan to bring the same options available on other networks soon.

Sui is a highly capable blockchain thanks to its high throughput and low fees. As an emerging chain, there are real advantages to bringing projects into its ecosystem.

• Estimated cost to create a basic token on Sui: 7.5 SUI
• Additional cost for advanced features: Coming soon.

Final Blockchain Comparison

Here’s a cost breakdown for creating a token on each blockchain.

Conclusion

Creating a meme coin can be a straightforward and reasonably affordable process, depending on the blockchain you choose and which advanced features you decide to add. Chains like Solana and Polygon offer lower base costs, while options like Ethereum and its Layer 2s (Base, Arbitrum) let you tap into a much larger ecosystem.

Keep in mind that upfront costs are just one piece of the total budget. If you’re planning to take your token to market with a liquidity pool and build an active community, you’ll need to factor in additional spend on marketing, design, and community management.

Ultimately, your blockchain choice should align not just with your budget, but also with your project’s growth strategy and target audience. High-adoption chains like Ethereum and Solana offer greater visibility, while more affordable options like Polygon are a better fit for projects looking to keep financial risk low.

Regardless of the network you pick, tools like those offered by Smithii take most of the complexity out of the creation process, freeing you up to focus on what actually matters: building a successful, compelling project for your users.