A new survey from CEX.IO of 1,100 active U.S. crypto users reveals how the current bear market — with bitcoin sitting roughly 40% below its October 2025 peak — is quietly pressing against household finances in ways that rarely show up in a price chart.

More than 1 in 3 traders cut spending

Thirty-six percent of respondents said they reduced non-crypto spending since October 2025, with 10% describing real sacrifices made specifically to keep their positions intact.

Beyond day-to-day cuts, 37% said they delayed or cancelled a purchase because of their crypto portfolio, and for 21% of all respondents that meant potentially major expenses like a home, a car, or a renovation.

For context, a Redfin/Ipsos…