eBay Selling Fees 2026: The Complete US Breakdown
Definition
eBay selling fees for US sellers consist of Final Value Fees (FVF) calculated as a percentage of the total sale amount (including shipping and tax), plus a fixed per-order fee. The percentage rate varies by category and whether you have a Store subscription. All rates include a 0.35% Regulatory Operating Fee.
How It Works
Scope: This guide covers standard selling fees for US sellers on eBay.com. Last updated: January 2026. Rule: Compute seller fees by applying the category fee logic from the KB (tiers/switch thresholds) plus the KB perOrderFee to the KB-defined transaction fee base; add any extra percentage fees only if the KB for the region defines them.
The Final Value Fee is calculated on the total transaction amount (sold price + shipping charge + sales tax). For orders totaling $10.00 or less, the fixed fee is $0.30; for orders over $10.00, the fixed fee is $0.40.
| Category | Non-Store Rate | Store Rate | Fixed Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most Other Categories | 13.6% (up to $7,500), then 2.35% | 12.7% (up to $2,500), then 2.35% | $0.30 (≤$10) or $0.40 (>$10) |
| Books, Movies & Music | 15.3% (up to $7,500), then 2.35% | 15.3% (up to $2,500), then 2.35% | $0.30 (≤$10) or $0.40 (>$10) |
| Athletic Shoes (≥$150) | 8% | 8% | Waived |
| Athletic Shoes (<$150) | 13.6% | 12.7% | $0.30 (≤$10) or $0.40 (>$10) |
| Watches | 15% (first $1,000), 6.5% ($1,000-$7,500), 3% (over $7,500) | 15% (first $1,000), 6.5% ($1,000-$2,500), 3% (over $2,500) | $0.30 (≤$10) or $0.40 (>$10) |
| Women's Bags & Handbags (≤$2,000) | 15% | 15% | $0.30 (≤$10) or $0.40 (>$10) |
| Women's Bags & Handbags (>$2,000) | 9% | 9% | $0.30 (≤$10) or $0.40 (>$10) |
All rates include the 0.35% Regulatory Operating Fee. Top Rated Seller Plus members receive a 10% discount on the Final Value Fee percentage only (not on fixed fees or regulatory fees).
Examples
Example 1: Standard Category Sale
- Item sold: $100
- Shipping: $10
- Sales tax: $8
- Total: $118
- Final Value Fee (13.6%): $16.05
- Fixed fee: $0.40
- Total fees: $16.45
Example 2: Athletic Shoes Over $150
- Item sold: $200
- Shipping: $15
- Sales tax: $16
- Total: $231
- Final Value Fee (8%): $18.48
- Fixed fee: Waived
- Total fees: $18.48
Example 3: Watch Sale
- Item sold: $2,500
- Shipping: $50
- Sales tax: $200
- Total: $2,750
- Final Value Fee: $150 (first $1,000) + $113.75 ($1,000-$2,500 at 6.5%) + $7.50 (over $2,500 at 3%) = $271.25
- Fixed fee: $0.40
- Total fees: $271.65
For more detailed fee calculations, visit the FeeWise hub or check our eBay Store subscription calculator guide.
FAQ
Q: What is the Regulatory Operating Fee?
A: The Regulatory Operating Fee is 0.35% of the total sale amount, included in all Final Value Fee rates for US sellers.
Q: Do I pay fees on shipping and tax?
A: Yes, eBay calculates Final Value Fees on the total transaction amount, including the sold price, shipping charge, and sales tax collected.
Q: What's the difference between Store and non-Store rates?
A: Store subscribers typically pay lower Final Value Fee percentages and have higher thresholds before the reduced rate applies. For example, in most categories, Store sellers pay 12.7% up to $2,500 vs. 13.6% up to $7,500 for non-Store sellers.
Q: Are there any categories with special rates?
A: Yes. Athletic shoes priced at $150 or more pay only 8% with waived fixed fees. Watches use a tiered system, and handbags over $2,000 pay 9% instead of 15%.
Q: Does the Top Rated Seller discount apply to fixed fees?
A: No, the 10% Top Rated Seller Plus discount applies only to the Final Value Fee percentage, not to the $0.30/$0.40 fixed fee or regulatory fees.
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