Substack fees on $250
Substack fees
$34.30
You receive
$215.70
To receive $250, charge
$289.70
On a $250 membership payment, Substack charges substack fee of $25.00, stripe card processing of $7.25, stripe fixed fee of $0.30, stripe billing (recurring) of $1.75 for a total of $34.30, an effective rate of 13.72%. Change the options below to see other scenarios.
You receive
$215.70
Fee breakdown
- Substack fee−$25.00
- Stripe card processing−$7.25
- Stripe fixed fee−$0.30
- Stripe Billing (recurring)−$1.75
Frequently asked questions
How much does Substack take from $250?
Substack takes $34.30 from a $250 membership payment with default settings in the US, leaving you $215.70.
How much should I charge to receive $250 after Substack fees?
Charge $289.70. Substack's fees on that amount are $39.70, so you receive $250.
What percentage does Substack take from $250?
13.72%. 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 $250
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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