Substack fees on $500
Substack fees
$68.30
You receive
$431.70
To receive $500, charge
$579.04
On a $500 membership payment, Substack charges substack fee of $50.00, stripe card processing of $14.50, stripe fixed fee of $0.30, stripe billing (recurring) of $3.50 for a total of $68.30, an effective rate of 13.66%. Change the options below to see other scenarios.
You receive
$431.70
Fee breakdown
- Substack fee−$50.00
- Stripe card processing−$14.50
- Stripe fixed fee−$0.30
- Stripe Billing (recurring)−$3.50
Frequently asked questions
How much does Substack take from $500?
Substack takes $68.30 from a $500 membership payment with default settings in the US, leaving you $431.70.
How much should I charge to receive $500 after Substack fees?
Charge $579.04. Substack's fees on that amount are $79.04, so you receive $500.
What percentage does Substack take from $500?
13.66%. 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 $500
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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