Mercari Fee Calculator

Mercari charges two fees per sale: a selling fee (about 10% of the item price) and payment processing (2.9% + $0.50). Enter your numbers to see the total bite and net profit. Every rate is editable — Mercari has run promotions and adjusted rates before.

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How Mercari fees work (US, 2026)

Total fees = price × 10% + price × 2.9% + $0.50

The selling fee applies to the item price. Payment processing applies to the item price as well, plus a flat $0.50 per sale.

Mercari's 'Local' deals and certain promoted listings have different economics — if you use those, adjust the rates here.

Buyer-paid shipping doesn't change your fees on standard sales; it matters for pricing psychology, not fee math.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Mercari take per sale?

Roughly 12.9% + $0.50 of the item price with default rates — about $19 on a $150 item.

Is Mercari cheaper than eBay?

For many items yes, slightly — eBay's 13.25% + $0.40 vs Mercari's ~12.9% + $0.50. But eBay's buyer volume usually matters more than a point of fees.

Does Mercari charge on shipping?

The standard selling fee applies to the item price; shipping fees paid by the buyer are not charged the selling fee on standard sales.

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Sources & notes

Last updated: 2026-09-08