U.S. Mint Held Gold Deep Storage: Fort Knox, KY
FKKYGTA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
147,341,858.38
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
1/1/2012 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The U.S. Mint Held Gold Deep Storage metric tracks the quantity of gold reserves stored at the Fort Knox facility in Kentucky. This data point is crucial for understanding national monetary assets and potential economic stability mechanisms.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This trend represents the physical gold bullion reserves maintained by the United States government as a strategic financial asset. Economists analyze these reserves as an indicator of national economic strength and potential monetary policy flexibility.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported directly by the U.S. Mint through official inventory tracking of deep storage gold reserves.
Historical Context
This metric is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess national wealth, potential currency backing, and long-term economic resilience.
Key Facts
- Fort Knox stores a significant portion of U.S. gold reserves
- Gold reserves represent a strategic national financial asset
- The facility is highly secured and monitored
FAQs
Q: How much gold is stored at Fort Knox?
A: Approximately 147.3 million ounces of gold are stored at the Fort Knox Bullion Depository as of recent estimates.
Q: Why does the U.S. maintain gold reserves?
A: Gold reserves provide financial stability, serve as a potential emergency economic resource, and represent national economic strength.
Q: How often is the gold inventory updated?
A: The U.S. Mint conducts periodic audits and updates of gold reserves, typically on an annual basis.
Q: Can the public visit Fort Knox?
A: The Fort Knox Bullion Depository is a restricted military facility and is not open to public tours for security reasons.
Q: What is the significance of deep storage gold?
A: Deep storage gold represents a strategic national asset that can be used to back currency or manage economic uncertainties.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, U.S. Mint Held Gold Deep Storage: Fort Knox, KY [FKKYGTA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025