2026 Rates · Exact Fees · Net Profit · Break-Even · Free
eBay Fee Calculator for Card Sellers
Know your exact fees and profit before listing. Calculate eBay final value fees, promoted listing costs, shipping, and net profit for any card sale.
Sale Details
Total Sale
$50.00
Total eBay Fees
-$6.92
13.85% effective
Net Profit
+$41.48
83.0% margin
Break-Even Price
$2.19
minimum to sell at
Fee Breakdown
Final Value Fee (13.25%)-$6.63
Per-Order Surcharge-$0.30
Total eBay Fees-$6.92
Profit & Loss
Sale Amount+$50.00
eBay Fees-$6.92
Shipping Cost-$1.25
Packaging-$0.35
Net Profit+$41.48
eBay Fee Quick Reference (Sports Trading Cards)
| Store Type | FVF Rate | Monthly Fee | Fees on $50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| No Store | 13.25% | Free | -$6.92 |
| Starter Store | 13.25% | $7.95 | -$6.92 |
| Basic Store | 13.25% | $27.95 | -$6.92 |
| Premium Store | 11.75% | $74.95 | -$6.17 |
| Anchor Store | 10.75% | $349.95 | -$5.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current eBay fees for selling cards?+
As of 2026, eBay charges a final value fee of 13.25% on the total sale amount (item price + shipping) for Sports Trading Cards, up to $7,500 per item. There is also a $0.30 per-order surcharge. If you use promoted listings, add an additional 2-30% ad rate on top. Managed payments processing is included in the final value fee.
How do eBay promoted listings affect my profit?+
Promoted listings (Standard) charge an ad fee only when the item sells. The ad rate is a percentage of the sale price (typically 2-15% depending on category competition). This is in ADDITION to the 13.25% final value fee. A 5% promoted listing on a $100 sale means $5 extra in fees on top of the $13.55 final value fee + $0.30 surcharge.
Should I offer free shipping on card sales?+
eBay considers total sale amount (item + shipping) for fee calculation, so the fees are the same either way. However, free shipping listings tend to get more views and sales because eBay boosts them in search results. Most successful card sellers include free shipping and price it into the item cost.
What is the break-even price for selling a card on eBay?+
To break even, your sale price needs to cover: what you paid for the card + eBay fees (13.25% + $0.30) + shipping cost + packaging materials. Our calculator shows your exact break-even price. For a card you paid $10 for with $1.50 shipping cost, you need to sell for about $13.50 to break even.
Are eBay fees different for auctions vs Buy It Now?+
No. The final value fee rate is the same for auctions and fixed-price (Buy It Now) listings in the Sports Trading Cards category. The only difference is that promoted listings are not available on auction-format listings. Store subscribers may get slightly lower rates on some categories.