Etsy Fee Calculator
Calculate Etsy 6.5% transaction fees, 3% + 25¢ payment processing, and 20¢ listing fees across US, UK, and CA.
Reverse Price Calculator
Listing at this price guarantees you clear at least $10.01 (32.99% margin) after all Etsy (US) deductions.
Quick Answer: Core Formula & Key Drivers
Etsy takes 6.5% transaction fee on the item and shipping price, plus 3.0% + $0.25 payment processing on the full order total, and a $0.20 listing fee. On a $30 sale with $5 shipping ($35 total), Etsy deducts $3.78 in total fees (10.8% effective take rate), leaving you with $31.22.
Published Fee Breakdown (Etsy (US))
Platform Policy Reference →| Fee Component | Rate | Applies To | Source Baseline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transaction Commission | 6.5% | Item price + buyer shipping | Etsy Fee Policy (US) |
| Payment Processing | 3% + $0.45 | Total transaction amount | October 2024 |
Standard $35 Handmade Order
Scenario: Handmade item listed at $30.00 with $5.00 shipping charged to buyer.
What Is Not Included In This Model
- ✕Offsite Ads fees (12% or 15% on qualifying attributed sales)
- ✕Etsy Plus subscription ($10/month)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Etsy charge 6.5% on shipping charges?+
Yes. In 2018 Etsy updated its policies to apply the 6.5% transaction fee to both the item sale price and any postage amount billed to the buyer.
When do Etsy Offsite Ads apply?+
If Etsy advertises your item on Google or social media and a sale occurs within 30 days, sellers earning over $10,000/year pay an obligatory 12% fee; under $10,000 pay 15% (optional).