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Etsy Seller Profit Calculator

Calculate your true Etsy profit after transaction fees, payment processing, listing fees, and shipping costs.

Fee data last verified: April 2026 — affiliate disclosure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fees does Etsy charge sellers?

Etsy charges a $0.20 listing fee per item, a 6.5% transaction fee on the sale price plus shipping, and a 3% + $0.25 payment processing fee. Off-site ads add 12-15% on qualifying sales.

What is a good profit margin on Etsy?

Etsy sellers typically target 30-40% net margins after all fees and materials. Handmade items with unique positioning can achieve 50%+ margins. Mass-produced items face more competition and compress margins.

What are Etsy off-site ads?

Etsy automatically promotes your listings on Google and other platforms. If a sale results, Etsy charges 15% (or 12% for sellers over $10k/year revenue). You cannot opt out once you exceed $10k in annual sales.