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US eBay Fee Calculator
Calculate eBay final value fees and your real profit when selling on eBay.com. Enter what the buyer pays, your costs, and your category, and see the fee breakdown, net proceeds and profit margin. Updated for 2026 US rates.
Total eBay fees
$15.26
Buyer pays (item + shipping)—
Final value fee—
Per-order fee—
Promoted listing fee—
Effective fee rate—
Net proceeds after fees—
Profit (margin)—
How eBay fees work
Selling on eBay.com costs you a final value fee (FVF) plus a fixed per-order fee. The final value fee is a percentage of the total the buyer pays, which includes the item price and any shipping you charge, and, where applicable, sales tax. On top of that, eBay adds $0.30 per order. Optional Promoted Listings ads charge an extra percentage of the sale that you choose.
Most categories sit around a 13.6% final value fee, but rates vary: media like books, movies and music runs higher, while a few categories such as guitars or high-value sneakers are lower. eBay Store subscribers pay a slightly reduced percentage in many categories, which is why this tool includes a store toggle.
The formula
buyer total = item price + shipping charged
final value fee = buyer total × FVF rate
eBay fees = final value fee + $0.30 + (item price × promoted rate)
profit = buyer total − item cost − shipping cost − eBay fees
final value fee = buyer total × FVF rate
eBay fees = final value fee + $0.30 + (item price × promoted rate)
profit = buyer total − item cost − shipping cost − eBay fees
Worked example
You sell a $100 item with $10 shipping charged, at the 13.6% rate, no promoted ad. eBay's cut is 110 × 0.136 = $14.96 plus $0.30 = $15.26. If the item cost you $40 and shipping cost $8, your profit is 110 − 40 − 8 − 15.26 = $46.74.
2026 eBay final value fee rates (typical)
| Category | Final value fee | Per order |
|---|---|---|
| Most categories | 13.6% | $0.30 |
| Books, Movies & Music | 15.3% | $0.30 |
| Jewelry & Watches | 15.0% | $0.30 |
| Coins & Paper Money | 13.6% | $0.30 |
| Guitars & Basses | 6.7% | $0.30 |
| Athletic Shoes (over $150) | 8.0% | $0.00 |
Rates are typical US figures for planning and change over time and above certain price thresholds. Always confirm the exact rate for your category in your eBay Seller Hub before listing.
Frequently asked questions
What are eBay fees in 2026?
Most categories: about 13.6% final value fee plus $0.30 per order. Promoted listings add a percentage you set.
Does eBay charge fees on shipping?
Yes. The final value fee applies to the whole order total, including the shipping you collect.
Do Store subscribers pay less?
Yes, store plans lower the FVF percentage in many categories and add free listings. Toggle the store option to compare.
Is sales tax included in the fee?
eBay collects and remits sales tax in most states; the FVF can apply to that tax. This tool focuses on item plus shipping for clarity.
How do I increase my eBay profit?
Lower item and shipping costs, avoid unnecessary promoted ad spend, and price to cover the ~13.6% plus $0.30 fee.