title: Etsy Fee Calculator description: Calculate all Etsy seller fees and see your true profit margins
What is the Etsy Fee Calculator?
The Etsy Fee Calculator helps sellers understand exactly how much they'll pay in fees and what their actual profit will be. Etsy charges multiple fees including listing fees, transaction fees, payment processing, and optional offsite ads - this calculator breaks them all down.
Etsy Fee Structure (2024)
Listing Fee - $0.20 per item
Every time you list an item or renew a listing, Etsy charges $0.20. Listings are active for 4 months or until sold.
Transaction Fee - 6.5%
Etsy charges 6.5% of the total sale price including shipping. This is one of the most significant fees for sellers.
Payment Processing Fee
- US Sellers: 3% + $0.25 per transaction
- International Sellers: 4% + $0.25 per transaction
Offsite Ads Fee - 12-15%
If your sale came from an Etsy offsite ad (Google, Facebook, etc.):
- Under $10K/year: 15% fee
- Over $10K/year: 12% fee (can opt out)
Example Fee Calculation
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sale Price | $50.00 |
| Shipping | $5.00 |
| Total Order | $55.00 |
| Listing Fee | -$0.20 |
| Transaction Fee (6.5%) | -$3.58 |
| Payment Processing | -$1.90 |
| Total Fees | -$5.68 |
| You Receive | $49.32 |
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter your item price - The amount you're charging for the item
- Add shipping price - What you charge for shipping
- Input your costs - Materials, labor, packaging costs
- Set quantity - How many items in the order
- Toggle options - US seller and offsite ads
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Etsy take per sale?
On average, Etsy takes about 10-15% of your sale in various fees, depending on whether offsite ads are involved.
Is the 6.5% transaction fee on shipping too?
Yes, the 6.5% transaction fee applies to the total order amount including shipping charges.
Can I avoid Etsy offsite ads?
If you make over $10,000/year in sales, you can opt out of offsite ads. Under that threshold, participation is mandatory but the fee only applies when a sale comes from an ad.
Are Etsy fees tax deductible?
Yes, all Etsy selling fees are typically tax-deductible as business expenses. Consult your tax professional.
How do Etsy fees compare to other platforms?
| Platform | Transaction Fee | Payment Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Etsy | 6.5% | 3% + $0.25 |
| Amazon Handmade | 15% | Included |
| Shopify | 0% | 2.9% + $0.30 |
| eBay | 12.9% | Included |
Tips to Maximize Profit
- Price strategically - Factor all fees into your pricing
- Offer free shipping - Include shipping in item price for better search ranking
- Use calculated shipping - Avoid overcharging or undercharging
- Renew wisely - Only renew listings that are performing well
- Track all expenses - Know your true costs including materials and time
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