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See your real profit after all fees
On $1,000 in sales on eBay, you keep approximately $864 after all fees (13.6% total). eBay charges 13.6% marketplace fee.
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eBay connects sellers to international buyers across 190+ countries, dramatically expanding addressable market beyond local reach. Cross-border logistics and localized payments handled by the platform.
Common Use Cases: Best for exporters, dropshippers, and manufacturers targeting global demand. Category-specific sub-brands (fashion, electronics, home goods) help niche targeting.
Compared to Alternatives: At 13.6% platform fee, it's on the higher end but often justified by large built-in audiences or unique features. Evaluate if the premium access is worth the cost for your use case. Amazon has most traffic, eBay best for auctions, AliExpress for Chinese goods. offers unmatched scale but intense competition requires competitive pricing and marketing. Advertising costs can offset fee advantages.
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Chart shows net earnings after platform fees, payment processing, and payout costs. Based on calculation with default parameters (avg transaction: $7).
eBay charges a 13.6% marketplace fee. After payment processing (0% + $0.40) and payout fees, the total effective fee is about 13.6% on average.
On $1,000 in sales, you keep approximately $863.60 after all eBay fees. This includes $136.00 marketplace fee, $0.40 processing fee, and $0.00 payout fee.
It depends on your needs. eBay offers access to a large customer base with 13.6% marketplace fee which is competitive. Compare with other marketplaces using our calculator.
Strategies include: optimizing listings to increase sales volume, using eBay's fulfillment services strategically, increasing average order value, and comparing with alternative platforms for your product category.
