Shopify fee calculator

How Shopify fees work

2.9% + $0.30 card processing (Basic).

Standard-category US rates, checked 2026-11-03 on Shopify's official fee page. Your category or seller level may differ.

Is Shopify the best place for this product?

Yes — on fees alone, Shopify leaves you the most of all 9 marketplaces.

1. #1 Shopify$14.32
2. #2 TikTok Shop$13.69
3. #3 Mercari$12.49
4. #4 Etsy$12.19
5. #5 Whatnot$11.92
6. #6 eBay$11.01
7. #7 Walmart$10.99
8. #8 Amazon$10.00
9. #9 Poshmark$9.49

Shopify fee questions

What fees does Shopify charge sellers?

2.9% + $0.30 card processing (Basic). These are standard-category US rates, checked 2026-11-03 on Shopify's official fee page.

How much does Shopify take from a $29.99 sale?

On a $29.99 item with free shipping, Shopify fees total $1.17 (3.9% of the sale). With $9 product cost, $4.50 shipping and $1 other costs, you keep $14.32.

What is the break-even price on Shopify?

For a product costing $9 with $4.50 shipping and $1 other costs, the lowest Shopify price that doesn't lose money is $15.24. Enter your own numbers in the calculator to get yours.

Is Shopify cheaper than other marketplaces?

For that $29.99 example, Shopify ranks #1 of 9 marketplaces by profit after fees. Shopify leaves the most at $14.32.