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eBay Fee Calculator

Calculate your exact eBay seller fees with category, store tier, and seller level adjustments.

Quick Answer

eBay charges 12.35%–15% of the total sale (including shipping) plus $0.30–$0.40 per order. Store subscribers and Top Rated sellers pay less.

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Fee Breakdown
Sale Price$50.00
FVF (13.25%)−$6.63
Per-order fee−$0.40
Net Payout$42.98
Item Cost−$15.00
Your Profit
$27.98
56.0% margin
You keep: 86%Fees: 14%

Real Example: Selling a $120 Vintage Video Game on eBay

Here's how eBay fees break down on a $120 sale in the "Most Categories" bracket with no store subscription:

Sale price$120.00
Final Value Fee (13.25%)−$15.90
Per-order fee−$0.40
You keep$103.70

With a Basic store (−0.9% FVF), you'd keep $104.78. With Top Rated Plus, $105.29.

eBay Fee Structure

Fee TypeAmount
Final Value Fee (FVF)2.35%–15% (by category)
Per-order fee$0.30 (≤$10) / $0.40 (>$10)
Store discountUp to −2.95% FVF
Top Rated Plus−10% on FVF
Below Standard+6% on FVF
Tip: eBay's FVF is calculated on the total sale amount including any shipping the buyer pays. Store subscriptions and Top Rated Plus status can significantly reduce your effective rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does eBay's Final Value Fee work?

eBay charges a percentage of the total sale amount (item price + shipping) called the Final Value Fee. The rate varies by category — most items are 13.25%, clothing is 12.35%, and electronics are 14.95%. A per-order fee of $0.30–$0.40 is added.

Is an eBay store subscription worth it?

A Basic store ($21.95/mo) reduces your FVF by 0.9%. This pays for itself if you sell about $2,440+/month. Premium ($59.95/mo) gives −1.75% and Anchor ($299.95/mo) gives −2.95%. High-volume sellers save significantly.

What is Top Rated Plus?

Top Rated Plus sellers get a 10% discount on the Final Value Fee. You need Top Rated status (100+ transactions, ≤0.5% defects), same/1-day handling, and 30+ day returns. It's the best way to reduce eBay fees.

How does eBay compare to other platforms?

eBay's ~13.25% effective rate is higher than Mercari (10%) and Depop (~3.3%), but lower than Poshmark (20%). eBay's major advantage is its massive buyer base and auction format. See Mercari vs eBay or eBay vs Poshmark for detailed comparisons.

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Fee data last verified June 2026 · Official source