Substack fees on $1,000
Substack fees
$136.30
You receive
$863.70
To receive $1,000, charge
$1,157.74
On a $1,000 membership payment, Substack charges substack fee of $100.00, stripe card processing of $29.00, stripe fixed fee of $0.30, stripe billing (recurring) of $7.00 for a total of $136.30, an effective rate of 13.63%. Change the options below to see other scenarios.
You receive
$863.70
Fee breakdown
- Substack fee−$100.00
- Stripe card processing−$29.00
- Stripe fixed fee−$0.30
- Stripe Billing (recurring)−$7.00
Frequently asked questions
How much does Substack take from $1,000?
Substack takes $136.30 from a $1,000 membership payment with default settings in the US, leaving you $863.70.
How much should I charge to receive $1,000 after Substack fees?
Charge $1,157.74. Substack's fees on that amount are $157.74, so you receive $1,000.
What percentage does Substack take from $1,000?
13.63%. 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 $1,000
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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