ProfitLayer
Updated April 2026

Poshmark Profit Calculator — After the 20% Fee

Poshmark keeps 20% of every sale over $15 (or a flat $2.95 for items under $15). See exactly what you walk away with before you list.

Poshmark Fee Breakdown (2026)

Commission (≥$15 sales)

20%

Flat 20% of sale price — no additional payment fee

Commission (<$15 sales)

$2.95 flat

Fixed fee for items under $15

Listing Fee

$0

Free to list with no monthly subscription

Buyer Shipping

$7.97 flat

USPS Priority Mail — buyers pay by default

Seller Discount Shipping

Your cost

If you offer discounted/free shipping, you absorb the difference

Payment Fee

$0 additional

Payment processing included in the 20%

Example: $35 Clothing Item on Poshmark

Costs

Sale Price$35.00
Poshmark Fee (20%)−$7.00
Product Purchase Price−$8.00
Dry Cleaning / Prep−$0.00
Refund Provision (2%)−$0.70

Net Profit

$19.30

55.1% margin

Break-even price: ~$10.88

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Is Poshmark Right for You?

Poshmark is better when...

  • Large US fashion/clothing audience
  • No shipping hassle (buyer pays $7.97 flat)
  • Simple fee structure — just 20%
  • Brands like Free People, Lululemon, anthropologie

Poshmark is worse when...

  • 20% killed margins on sub-$25 items
  • You sell non-fashion (Poshmark is fashion-focused)
  • eBay or Depop better for certain niches
  • International sales (limited reach vs eBay)

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Poshmark Fees FAQ

What percentage does Poshmark take?

Poshmark charges a flat 20% commission on sales of $15 or more. For sales under $15, Poshmark charges a flat $2.95 fee instead. There are no listing fees or monthly subscription costs.

Who pays shipping on Poshmark?

By default, buyers pay a flat $7.97 shipping fee on Poshmark (USPS Priority Mail). As a seller, you can offer discounted or free shipping by absorbing part of that cost, but you're not required to by default.

Does Poshmark work for low-price items?

Poshmark's 20% fee is brutal for low-ticket items. A $20 item leaves you with just $16 before your own costs. Items priced $30+ where you bought cheaply tend to have better margins.

How do I calculate Poshmark profit?

Net Profit = Sale Price − Poshmark Fee (20% if ≥$15, else $2.95) − Product Purchase Price − Any shipping cost you absorb. There are no other fees.

Is Poshmark or Depop better for clothing resale?

Both charge around 20% total fees. Poshmark has a larger US audience and is better for brands. Depop has a younger, trend-focused audience and works well for streetwear and vintage. Use ProfitLayer to compare both at your exact price point.