Amazon seller fees
General marketplace · snapshot June 2026
Amazon charges sellers: 8% to 45% by category (most categories 15%). Referral 8-45% (15% typical) + $0.30/item minimum. Add FBA fulfillment ($3.18-$7+ per standard unit) if Amazon ships for you. On a $50 sale the total marketplace take is ~15.0% (about $7.50). Snapshot June 2026 - marketplaces change fees; verify on the official fee page before relying on these figures.
Source: Amazon Seller Central referral fee schedule. Data as of June 2026.
Business-finance note: these are general fee figures, not a quote. Your real cost depends on category, plan, region, shipping/tax treatment and optional add-ons. Always confirm on the marketplace's official fee page. See our disclaimer.
Amazon fee breakdown
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Referral fee | 8%-45% of total sale, most categories 15% |
| Per-item referral minimum | $0.30 |
| Professional plan | $39.99 / month |
| Individual plan | $0.99 per item sold (no monthly fee) |
| FBA fulfillment (standard) | ~$3.18-$7+ per unit by size/weight (optional) |
Source: Amazon Seller Central referral fee schedule.
Key points
- Referral fee is a percentage of the TOTAL sale (item + shipping + gift wrap), not just the item price.
- Per-item referral fee minimum is $0.30.
- Referral fees have been frozen since January 2024 and remain unchanged for 2026.
- FBA fulfillment fees rose ~3-5% in January 2026; a fuel/logistics surcharge applies from April 17, 2026.
Amazon at a glance
| Fee factor | Amazon |
|---|---|
| Type | General marketplace |
| Pricing model | Referral fee (percentage of total sale) by category + optional FBA fulfillment |
| Selling / commission fee | 8% to 45% by category (most categories 15%) |
| Per-order fixed fee | None |
| Per-item minimum | $0.30 |
| Payment processing | Bundled / none |
| Listing fee | None |
| Monthly fee | $39.99/mo |
| Effective fee on a $50 sale | ~15.0% (about $7.50) |
| Best for | Branded products and private label at scale; high traffic but high fees and fierce competition. |
Source: Amazon Seller Central referral fee schedule. Data as of June 2026.
Pros & cons for sellers
Where Amazon works for sellers
- Largest US shopper base and built-in trust.
- FBA handles storage, shipping and most customer service.
- Many categories at a flat 15% are predictable.
Watch-outs
- Total take with FBA + referral often hits 30-40% of the sale price.
- Amazon Device Accessories category is 45%; some media is high.
- Long-term storage and removal fees add up on slow sellers.
Accuracy note: Referral fee varies by category and several categories are tiered by price. FBA fees depend on exact dimensions/weight; check your Fee Preview in Seller Central.
Amazon vs other marketplaces
How Amazon compares with other marketplaces on the fee a seller pays:
| Marketplace | Seller fee | Effective fee ($50 sale) |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon (this marketplace) | 8% to 45% by category (most categories 15%) | ~15.0% |
| eBay | 12.7% to 15.3% by category | ~14.4% |
| Etsy | 6.5% transaction fee (all categories) | ~10.0% |
| Walmart Marketplace | 6% to 15% by category (most categories 15%) | ~15.0% |
| Shopify | 0% marketplace commission; payment processing 2.4%-2.9% + $0.30 | ~3.5% |
| Poshmark | $2.95 flat under $15; 20% on sales $15 and over | ~20.0% |
Frequently asked questions
What fees does Amazon charge sellers?
Amazon uses referral fee (percentage of total sale) by category + optional fba fulfillment. Headline: 8% to 45% by category (most categories 15%). Referral 8-45% (15% typical) + $0.30/item minimum. Add FBA fulfillment ($3.18-$7+ per standard unit) if Amazon ships for you. snapshot June 2026 - verify on the official fee page.
How much does Amazon take from a $50 sale?
On a $50 sale, Amazon takes roughly $7.50 (~15.0%), before any optional add-ons or fulfillment. Snapshot June 2026 - marketplaces change fees; verify on the official fee page before relying on these figures.
Does Amazon charge a monthly or listing fee?
Monthly: $39.99/mo. Professional selling plan $39.99/mo; Individual plan instead pays $0.99 per item sold (no monthly fee). No listing fee.
What should sellers watch for on Amazon?
Watch-outs: Total take with FBA + referral often hits 30-40% of the sale price.; Amazon Device Accessories category is 45%; some media is high.; Long-term storage and removal fees add up on slow sellers.. Referral fee varies by category and several categories are tiered by price. FBA fees depend on exact dimensions/weight; check your Fee Preview in Seller Central.
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Source & accuracy
Figures are a dated snapshot from Amazon Seller Central referral fee schedule (snapshot June 2026). Marketplace fees change frequently and vary by category, plan, region and add-ons — verify current fees on the official page before relying on them. This is an informational comparison, not a quote. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-29