eBay fees on $500
eBay fees
$68.40
You receive
$431.60
To receive $500, charge
$579.17
On a $500 sale, eBay charges final value fee of $68.00, per-order fee of $0.40 for a total of $68.40, an effective rate of 13.68%. Change the options below to see other scenarios.
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You receive
$431.60
Total fees $68.40Effective rate 13.68%
Fee breakdown
- Final value fee−$68.00
- Per-order fee−$0.40
eBay fees on $500 by product category
| Product category | Fees | You receive | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Most categories | $68.40 | $431.60 | 13.68% |
| Books, movies & music | $76.90 | $423.10 | 15.38% |
| Coins & paper money | $66.65 | $433.35 | 13.33% |
| Bullion | $68.40 | $431.60 | 13.68% |
| Trading cards & collectibles | $66.65 | $433.35 | 13.33% |
| Women’s handbags | $75.40 | $424.60 | 15.08% |
| Jewelry & watches | $75.40 | $424.60 | 15.08% |
| Watch parts & accessories | $75.40 | $424.60 | 15.08% |
| Guitars & basses | $33.90 | $466.10 | 6.78% |
| Athletic shoes (sneakers) | $40.00 | $460.00 | 8% |
| Heavy equipment & select business | $15.40 | $484.60 | 3.08% |
| NFTs | $25.40 | $474.60 | 5.08% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does eBay take from $500?
eBay takes $68.40 from a $500 sale with default settings in the US, leaving you $431.60.
How much should I charge to receive $500 after eBay fees?
Charge $579.17. eBay's selling fees on that amount are $79.17, so you receive $500.
What percentage does eBay take from $500?
13.68%. Because some fees are fixed per transaction, the percentage is higher on small amounts and lower on large ones.
eBay fees on other amounts
Other platforms' fees on $500
Good to know
- Rates are for sellers without an eBay Store; Store subscribers get lower final value fees in many categories.
- The final value fee is charged on the total amount of the sale, including shipping and sales tax.
Rates checked against the official pricing page on September 26, 2026. Fees change often, so confirm on the official page before relying on them.
Sources: eBay selling fees