Etsy and eBay Profit Calculator
Presets are common US rates and can change. Edit the fee fields to match your shop.
Etsy and eBay Profit Calculator - Know Your Real Profit After Fees
This free Etsy and eBay seller profit calculator shows what you really keep from each sale after platform fees, payment processing, shipping, packaging, ads and the cost of the item. It also gives your break-even price and the price you need to hit a target profit margin, so you can price products with confidence.
How To Calculate Seller Profit
- Revenue = Item price + Shipping charged
- Platform fees = Revenue x Fee % + Fixed fees
- Profit = Revenue - Platform fees - Ads - Item cost - Shipping cost - Packaging
- Margin = Profit / Revenue x 100
- ROI = Profit / (Item cost + Shipping + Packaging) x 100
Typical Fees (Check Your Own Account)
| Platform | Common fees |
|---|---|
| Etsy | $0.20 listing, 6.5% transaction, about 3% + $0.25 processing |
| eBay | About 13.25% final value fee plus a small per-order fee |
Pricing Tips For Online Sellers
- Include free-shipping costs in your item price, because fees are charged on the total.
- Count packaging and your time, not only materials.
- Test a few prices with the target margin box before you list.
- Keep part of every sale aside for taxes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How do I calculate Etsy profit?
A: Profit = (Item price + Shipping charged) - Platform fees - Item cost - Actual shipping - Packaging - Ads. Etsy fees include a listing fee, a transaction fee and payment processing. Choose the Etsy preset, enter your numbers and the calculator does the rest.
Q: What are Etsy's fees?
A: Etsy has commonly charged a $0.20 listing fee, a 6.5% transaction fee, and payment processing of about 3% + $0.25 in the US. Offsite Ads can add a further percentage on sales they drive. Rates vary by country, so edit the fields to match your shop.
Q: What are eBay's fees?
A: eBay's final value fee has commonly been around 13.25% for most categories plus a small per-order fee, and it applies to the total including shipping. Fees differ by category and seller level, so confirm your rate and edit it here.
Q: How do I find my break-even price?
A: Break-even price is the lowest price where profit is zero after all fees and costs. The calculator shows it automatically, along with the price you need for a target profit margin.
Q: What profit margin should I aim for?
A: Many small online sellers aim for a net margin of 20% to 40% after fees, ads and shipping, depending on the product. Use the target margin box to see the price needed.
Q: Does this include sales tax or income tax?
A: No. Sales tax collected from buyers and your own income tax are not included, so keep some profit aside for taxes.
Q: Is this seller profit calculator free?
A: Yes, it is free, needs no signup, and all calculations run in your browser.