How the eBay fee calculator works
eBay's final value fee (13.6% for most categories) is charged on the total sale amount — item price plus buyer-paid shipping — with a per-order fee of $0.30 on orders of $10 or less and $0.40 above that. The calculator auto-selects the right per-order tier, adds your Promoted Listings ad rate if you use it, and shows net payout, profit, margin, and the break-even item price.
Frequently asked questions
How much does eBay take from a sale?
For most categories, 13.6% of the total sale amount (item + shipping charged to the buyer) plus a $0.30–$0.40 per-order fee. Store subscribers get a discount in many categories, and some categories run higher or lower — check your Seller Hub for your exact rate, then enter it here.
Is the final value fee charged on shipping?
Yes. eBay calculates it on the full amount the buyer pays, including shipping and handling, and sales tax collected in some regions.
Do I pay fees if the item doesn't sell?
Not the final value fee. Insertion fees apply only once you exceed your free monthly listings, and optional upgrades (bold, subtitle) are charged whether or not the item sells.