What eBay charges
- Final value fee: 13.6% for most categories, on item price plus shipping plus sales tax; 2.35% on the portion above $7,500.
- Per-order fee: $0.30 for orders of $10 or less, $0.40 above $10.
- Category rates: Books, movies and music 15.3%, collectibles 13.25%, jewelry and women’s bags 15%, guitars and basses 6.7%, and more.
- Insertion fees: 250 free listings a month, then $0.35 each. This calculator assumes you are within the free allowance.
Frequently asked questions
What percentage does eBay take?
For most categories, 13.6% of the total including tax and shipping plus $0.40 per order. On a $30 item that is roughly $4.50.
Do eBay Store subscriptions lower fees?
Some category rates are lower with a Store. This calculator uses the standard rates without a Store.
As of 2026-10-11 · Sources: eBay Selling fees. For reference only. Actual fees follow each marketplace’s seller dashboard and notices.