Short answer
For most US categories eBay lists a final value fee of 13.6% of the total sale up to $7,500 and 2.35% above, plus $0.30 per order of $10 or less or $0.40 above. A $100 sale costs $14.00.
1. The fee formula
- 13.6% of the total amount of the sale, up to $7,500
- 2.35% of the portion above $7,500
- Per-order fee: $0.30 for orders of $10 or less, $0.40 for orders over $10
These are the rates on eBay's selling fees page for most US categories on 18 October 2026. Some categories, store subscriptions and extra services have different fees, so check the current page.
2. Examples
| Sale | eBay fees | As % of sale | Left after fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| $8.00 | $1.39 | 17.4% | $6.61 |
| $50.00 | $7.20 | 14.4% | $42.80 |
| $100.00 | $14.00 | 14.0% | $86.00 |
| $500.00 | $68.40 | 13.7% | $431.60 |
| $10,000.00 | $1,079.15 | 10.8% | $8,920.85 |
3. Worked example: $10,000 sale
13.6% × 7,500 = $1,020, plus 2.35% × 2,500 = $58.75, plus the $0.40 order fee, for a total of $1,079.15.
4. Count your other costs
Fees are only part of the cost. Subtract the item cost, postage, packaging and any promoted-listing fee to find your profit. Use the Commission Calculator for the percentage step.
5. Frequently asked questions
What is eBay's final value fee?expand_more
For most US categories, 13.6% of the sale up to $7,500 and 2.35% above, plus a per-order fee.
What is the per-order fee?expand_more
$0.30 for orders of $10 or less and $0.40 for orders over $10.
Do fees apply to postage?expand_more
The fee applies to the total amount of the sale as eBay defines it. Check the fees page for how postage and tax are treated.
Do all categories have the same fee?expand_more
No. Some categories and services have different rates.
6. Sources
- menu_bookeBay: Selling fees
- menu_bookPayPal: Business fees
- menu_bookIRS Publication 15 (Employer's Tax Guide)