How much did that eBay sale actually make you?
eBay takes 13.25% plus $0.30 on most sales. Add shipping and what you paid for the item — and that $60 sale might have made you $18. Find out exactly.
eBay fee: 13.25% + $0.30 · Standard final value fee for most categories
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How eBay fees work
eBay charges a final value fee of 13.25% on most categories (clothing, electronics, collectibles, home goods) plus a $0.30 per-order fee. Some categories like books and DVDs are higher at 14.95%. The fee applies to the total sale amount including any shipping charged to the buyer. If you offer free shipping, eBay still calculates the fee on the item price.
eBay profit — common questions
How much does eBay take from a sale?
eBay charges a final value fee of 13.25% on most categories plus $0.30 per order. For a $50 sale, that's $6.93 in fees before shipping and your cost of goods.
Does eBay charge fees on shipping?
Yes. eBay's final value fee applies to the total transaction amount, which includes any shipping cost charged to the buyer. If you charge $10 for shipping on a $40 item, eBay calculates the fee on the full $50.
What is the eBay final value fee?
The final value fee is eBay's main selling fee. It's 13.25% for most categories plus $0.30 per order. It's charged when your item sells, not when you list it.
How do I calculate profit on eBay?
Subtract the eBay final value fee (13.25% + $0.30), your actual shipping cost, and what you originally paid for the item from your sale price. The number left is your net profit.
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