Mercari Fee Calculator
Mercari takes a selling fee and then applies payment processing on the same order, so the effective take rate is higher than the headline number suggests.
This calculator applies both, accounts for the shipping you pay, and reports the payout you actually receive.
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How Mercari fees work
Mercari has revised its fee structure several times. Verify the current percentage in the app before pricing a batch of listings.
| Fee | Typical rate | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Selling fee | 10% | Charged on the sale price plus buyer-paid shipping. |
| Payment processing | 2.9% + $0.50 | Charged on top of the selling fee. |
| Listing fee | none | Free to list. |
Worked example
A typical order priced at $35.00 costs you $9.00 in product and $7.40 to ship and pack.
| Line | Amount |
|---|---|
| Buyer pays | $35.00 |
| Total platform fees | -$5.02 |
| Product, shipping and other costs | -$16.40 |
| Net profit | $13.59 (38.81% margin) |
| Break-even price | $19.40 |
What sellers get wrong on Mercari
- Pricing against the headline fee only. The commission is rarely the whole cost: fixed fees, payment processing and advertising add several points on top.
- Forgetting what shipping really costs. If you charge the buyer less than the label and packaging actually cost, every sale quietly loses money.
- Ignoring returns. A 3% return rate on a 20% margin product removes a sixth of your profit. Put it in the reserve field.
- Never checking the break-even price. Knowing the lowest price you can accept on an offer is the difference between a negotiation and a loss.
Mercari fee calculator FAQ
What is the Mercari selling fee?
A 10% selling fee on the transaction, plus payment processing of 2.9% and $0.50. On a $35 sale that is roughly $4.55 in fees before shipping.
Who pays shipping on Mercari?
Either the buyer or you, depending on how the listing is set up. If you offer free shipping, the label cost comes out of your payout and should be entered as shipping cost here.
Is Mercari worth it for low-value items?
The fixed $0.50 plus the 10% fee means very cheap items are rarely worth listing. Use the break-even price to see the floor for your costs.
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