Substack fees on $50
Substack fees
$7.10
You receive
$42.90
To receive $50, charge
$58.22
On a $50 membership payment, Substack charges substack fee of $5.00, stripe card processing of $1.45, stripe fixed fee of $0.30, stripe billing (recurring) of $0.35 for a total of $7.10, an effective rate of 14.2%. Change the options below to see other scenarios.
You receive
$42.90
Fee breakdown
- Substack fee−$5.00
- Stripe card processing−$1.45
- Stripe fixed fee−$0.30
- Stripe Billing (recurring)−$0.35
Frequently asked questions
How much does Substack take from $50?
Substack takes $7.10 from a $50 membership payment with default settings in the US, leaving you $42.90.
How much should I charge to receive $50 after Substack fees?
Charge $58.22. Substack's fees on that amount are $8.22, so you receive $50.
What percentage does Substack take from $50?
14.2%. 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 $50
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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