Mercari Fee Calculator
Calculate your actual earnings after Mercari fees. Last updated: 2026.
Sale Price $0.00
Mercari Selling Fee (10%) -$0.00
Payment Processing (2.9% + $0.50) -$0.00
Promotion Fee -$0.00
Shipping Cost -$0.00
Item Cost -$0.00
Total Mercari Fees -$0.00
Your Earnings $0.00
Profit Margin 0%
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How Mercari Fees Work in 2026
Mercari charges two main fees on every sale: a 10% selling fee and a payment processing fee of 2.9% + $0.50.
Mercari Fee Breakdown
| Fee Type | Amount | Applied To |
|---|---|---|
| Selling Fee | 10% | Item sale price |
| Payment Processing | 2.9% + $0.50 | Item sale price |
| Smart Pricing (optional) | 5% | Promoted items only |
| Promoted Listing (optional) | 10% | Promoted items only |
Example: Selling a $40 Item on Mercari
- Sale price: $40.00
- Selling fee (10%): -$4.00
- Payment processing (2.9% + $0.50): -$1.66
- Total Mercari fees: $5.66
- Your earnings (before costs): $34.34
Mercari vs eBay vs Poshmark Fees
| Platform | Fee on $40 Sale | You Keep |
|---|---|---|
| Mercari | $5.66 (14.2%) | $34.34 |
| eBay | $5.60 (13.25% + $0.30) | $34.40 |
| Poshmark | $8.00 (20%) | $32.00 |
| Etsy | ~$4.60 (varies) | $35.40 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mercari take from a $100 sale?
Mercari takes 10% selling fee ($10.00) + 2.9% + $0.50 payment processing ($3.40) = $13.40. You receive $86.60 before shipping and item costs.
Is there a fee to list items on Mercari?
No. Listing items on Mercari is free. You only pay fees when an item sells.
How does Mercari shipping work?
You can use Mercari prepaid labels (with tracking and protection) or ship on your own. With Mercari labels, the buyer pays shipping or you can offer free shipping by deducting it from your earnings.