Substack fees on $100
Substack fees
$13.90
You receive
$86.10
To receive $100, charge
$116.09
On a $100 membership payment, Substack charges substack fee of $10.00, stripe card processing of $2.90, stripe fixed fee of $0.30, stripe billing (recurring) of $0.70 for a total of $13.90, an effective rate of 13.9%. Change the options below to see other scenarios.
You receive
$86.10
Fee breakdown
- Substack fee−$10.00
- Stripe card processing−$2.90
- Stripe fixed fee−$0.30
- Stripe Billing (recurring)−$0.70
Frequently asked questions
How much does Substack take from $100?
Substack takes $13.90 from a $100 membership payment with default settings in the US, leaving you $86.10.
How much should I charge to receive $100 after Substack fees?
Charge $116.09. Substack's fees on that amount are $16.09, so you receive $100.
What percentage does Substack take from $100?
13.9%. Because some fees are fixed per transaction, the percentage is higher on small amounts and lower on large ones.
Substack fees on other amounts
Other platforms' fees on $100
Good to know
- Stripe fees are charged by Stripe, not Substack. Annual plans pay the fixed $0.30 once a year instead of monthly.
Based on published US rates, reviewed September 26, 2026. Fees change often, so confirm on the official page before relying on them.
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