🇺🇸 Freelance & Creators · United States
Kickstarter Fee Calculator (2026)
Kickstarter fees in the US work out to about 8% + $0.20 on a $100 pledge, which is $8.20 in fees, leaving you $91.80. Enter your own numbers below to see the full breakdown, or switch to reverse mode to find the price that nets you a target amount.
You receive
$91.80
Fee breakdown
- Kickstarter fee−$5.00
- Payment processing−$3.20
How Kickstarter fees work in the US
Kickstarter (all-or-nothing crowdfunding for creative projects) charges the following:
| Fee | How it’s charged |
|---|---|
| Kickstarter fee | 5% of the sale price |
| Payment processing | 5% + $0.05 if $9.99 or less; 3% + $0.20 above that |
Kickstarter fees at common amounts
Pre-calculated with the default settings.
| Pledge amount | Fees | You receive | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $1.00 | $9.00 | 10% |
| $25 | $2.20 | $22.80 | 8.8% |
| $50 | $4.20 | $45.80 | 8.4% |
| $100 | $8.20 | $91.80 | 8.2% |
| $250 | $20.20 | $229.80 | 8.08% |
| $500 | $40.20 | $459.80 | 8.04% |
| $1,000 | $80.20 | $919.80 | 8.02% |
| $5,000 | $400.20 | $4,599.80 | 8% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Kickstarter take from a $100 pledge?
Kickstarter takes $8.20 from a $100 pledge in the US, an effective rate of 8.2%. You receive $91.80.
What are Kickstarter's fees in the US?
Kickstarter fee: 5% of the sale price. Payment processing: 5% + $0.05 if $9.99 or less; 3% + $0.20 above that.
How much should I charge to receive $100 after Kickstarter fees?
Charge $108.92. After Kickstarter's fees of $8.92, you will receive $100.
How do I calculate Kickstarter fees?
Add up each fee that applies: 5% of the sale price, plus 5% + $0.05 if $9.99 or less; 3% + $0.20 above that. Subtract the total from what the buyer pays to get your payout. The calculator above does this for you and shows each line.
Good to know
- Fees are only charged if your project reaches its funding goal.
- Processing is charged per pledge: 5% + $0.05 for pledges under $10, otherwise 3% + $0.20.
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: Kickstarter fees (US)