Etsy Fee Calculator
Calculate your real profit after all Etsy fees. Last updated: 2026.
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How Etsy Fees Work in 2026
Etsy charges several fees on every sale. Understanding each one helps you price your items correctly and avoid unpleasant surprises when your deposit arrives.
Etsy Fee Breakdown
| Fee Type | Amount | Applied To |
|---|---|---|
| Listing Fee | $0.20 | Per item listed (renews every 4 months or on sale) |
| Transaction Fee | 6.5% | Item price + shipping charged to buyer |
| Payment Processing | 3% + $0.25 | Total order amount (US sellers) |
| Regulatory Operating Fee | 0.8% | Item price + shipping |
| Offsite Ads Fee | 12-15% | Only on sales from Etsy's offsite ads (if applicable) |
Example: Selling a $45 Item on Etsy
Let's say you sell a handmade item for $45 with $5.99 shipping:
- Listing fee: $0.20
- Transaction fee: 6.5% of ($45 + $5.99) = $3.31
- Payment processing: 3% of $50.99 + $0.25 = $1.78
- Regulatory fee: 0.8% of $50.99 = $0.41
- Total Etsy fees: $5.70
That means Etsy takes about 11.2% of your total revenue on a typical sale. If your item costs $12 to make and $4.50 to ship, your actual profit is $28.79.
How to Reduce Etsy Fees
- Price shipping into your item: Offer "free shipping" by raising your price. This can boost your search ranking on Etsy.
- Opt out of Offsite Ads: If you make less than $10,000/year on Etsy, you can opt out of the 15% offsite ads fee.
- Buy shipping labels through Etsy: You get discounted USPS, UPS, and FedEx rates.
- List in bulk: The $0.20 listing fee is small per item, but it adds up if you relist frequently.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Etsy take from a $100 sale?
On a $100 sale with no shipping, Etsy takes approximately $10.85 in fees: $0.20 listing fee + $6.50 transaction fee + $3.25 payment processing + $0.25 fixed fee + $0.80 regulatory fee. Your take-home before item costs would be about $89.15.
Is selling on Etsy still worth it in 2026?
Yes, but you need to price correctly. Many sellers underestimate fees and end up with razor-thin margins. Use this calculator to find the right price point before listing.
What is Etsy's regulatory operating fee?
The regulatory operating fee is a 0.8% fee Etsy charges to cover costs related to regulatory compliance in various jurisdictions. It applies to the item price plus any shipping charged to the buyer.