Quickly determine your true net profit after all eBay final value fees, payment processing costs, and shipping expenses have been deducted. Ensure profitable listings every time.
eBay Selling Calculator
eBay Selling Calculator Formula
R = Sale Price + Shipping Charged to Buyer
TFF = R × (eBay Fee % / 100) + R × (Payment Fee % / 100) + Payment Fixed Fee
Total Costs = Item Cost + Shipping Cost Paid by Seller + TFF
Net Profit = R - Total Costs
Formula Sources: [1] Official eBay Selling Fees, [2] Statista E-commerce Data
Variables Explained
- Sale Price: The final price your item sells for.
- Item Cost (COGS): Cost of Goods Sold; what you paid for the item itself.
- Shipping Charged to Buyer: Any amount the buyer pays for shipping, which adds to your revenue.
- Shipping Cost Paid by Seller: The actual cost you pay to the carrier.
- eBay Final Value Fee (%): The percentage eBay charges on the total sale amount (item + shipping).
- Payment Processing Fee (% / Fixed): The fees charged by the payment processor (e.g., PayPal or eBay Managed Payments).
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What is the eBay Selling Calculator?
The eBay Selling Calculator is an essential financial tool for e-commerce sellers, providing a clear forecast of net profit or loss from a listing. Unlike simply subtracting the item cost from the selling price, this calculator factors in all variable and fixed expenses inherent to the eBay selling process.
Using this calculator before listing an item helps prevent underpricing and ensures that a seller meets their required profit margins after accounting for final value fees, processing fees, and actual shipping costs, which can often be complex and confusing to manage manually.
Accurate fee calculation is critical for sustained profitability, especially for high-volume sellers. It allows for quick adjustments to pricing strategy or sourcing based on the item’s profitability metrics.
How to Calculate eBay Profit (Example)
- Determine Total Revenue (R): Add the item sale price ($100) and the shipping charged to the buyer ($10). $100 + $10 = $110.00.
- Calculate eBay Final Value Fee: Apply the eBay percentage (e.g., 13.25%) to the total revenue. $110.00 x 0.1325 = $14.58.
- Calculate Payment Fee: Apply the payment percentage (e.g., 2.9%) to the total revenue and add the fixed fee ($0.30). ($110.00 x 0.029) + $0.30 = $3.49.
- Sum All Expenses: Add Item Cost ($30), Seller’s Shipping Cost ($12), eBay Fee ($14.58), and Payment Fee ($3.49). Total Expenses = $60.07.
- Find Net Profit: Subtract Total Expenses from Total Revenue ($110.00 – $60.07). Net Profit = $49.93.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the eBay Final Value Fee based on?
The Final Value Fee is generally calculated as a percentage of the total amount of the sale, including the item price, handling charges, and any shipping amount collected from the buyer. The percentage varies significantly based on the item’s category.
Should I include the fixed payment fee in my calculations?
Yes, absolutely. The fixed component (e.g., $0.30) is applied to every transaction, regardless of the amount. While small, it becomes a significant factor when selling many low-priced items, and omitting it can lead to miscalculating your break-even point.
What is COGS and why is it important for selling on eBay?
COGS stands for Cost of Goods Sold, which is the direct cost attributable to the item you are selling. It is crucial because calculating profit *before* COGS leads to a deceptive Gross Profit figure. Net Profit, after all costs (including COGS, fees, and shipping), is the only metric that matters for business sustainability.
Can I use this calculator for other marketplaces?
This calculator is specifically tuned for eBay’s fee structure. While the core profit formula is universal, the percentage inputs (Final Value Fee and Payment Fee) would need to be changed to match the rates of other marketplaces like Amazon, Etsy, or Poshmark.