Substack fees on $200
Substack fees
$27.50
You receive
$172.50
To receive $200, charge
$231.82
On a $200 membership payment, Substack charges substack fee of $20.00, stripe card processing of $5.80, stripe fixed fee of $0.30, stripe billing (recurring) of $1.40 for a total of $27.50, an effective rate of 13.75%. Change the options below to see other scenarios.
You receive
$172.50
Fee breakdown
- Substack fee−$20.00
- Stripe card processing−$5.80
- Stripe fixed fee−$0.30
- Stripe Billing (recurring)−$1.40
Frequently asked questions
How much does Substack take from $200?
Substack takes $27.50 from a $200 membership payment with default settings in the US, leaving you $172.50.
How much should I charge to receive $200 after Substack fees?
Charge $231.82. Substack's fees on that amount are $31.82, so you receive $200.
What percentage does Substack take from $200?
13.75%. 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 $200
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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