eBay fee calculator

How to calculate eBay fees

1. 1

   Enter the sale

   Add the item price, what the buyer pays for shipping and their sales tax rate. eBay charges its percentage on the total, including shipping and tax.
2. 2

   Pick the category

   Most items are 13.6% up to $7,500. Books and media, trading cards, jewelry, watches, handbags, sneakers and guitars have their own rates.
3. 3

   Add your costs

   Enter what the item cost you, the shipping label and any packaging or ad spend to see your real profit.
4. 4

   Check the break-even price

   The lowest price at which this sale still covers fees and costs, useful when deciding whether to accept an offer.

eBay fees FAQ

How much does eBay take from a sale?

For most categories, eBay charges a 13.6% final value fee on the total amount of the sale up to $7,500 (2.35% on any amount above that), plus a per-order fee of $0.30 for orders of $10 or less or $0.40 above $10. The total includes the item price, shipping and sales tax.

Does eBay charge fees on shipping and sales tax?

Yes. The final value fee is calculated on the total amount the buyer pays, which includes shipping and handling and the sales tax eBay collects.

Is it cheaper to sell with an eBay Store?

A Basic or higher Store lowers the final value fee in many categories, for example to 12.7% for most categories and 9.35% for many electronics, but it has a monthly subscription. It usually pays off once you sell regularly.

What are eBay’s fees for sneakers?

Athletic shoes priced at $150 or more pay an 8% final value fee with no per-order fee (7% with a Store). Under $150, the standard most-categories rate applies.

Are there extra eBay fees?

Insertion fees apply after your free monthly listings, an international fee of 1.65% applies when the buyer is outside the US (unless you use eBay International Shipping), and sellers rated Below Standard pay an extra 6%. Optional listing upgrades and promoted listings cost extra.

How can I lower my eBay shipping cost?

Buy discounted labels instead of paying retail at the counter, and pack in the smallest box that fits to avoid dimensional weight. Compare carriers in ShipWave’s shipping calculator.