How Much Does Poshmark Take?
Poshmark uses a simple two-tier fee structure:
- Sales under $15: flat $2.95 seller fee
- Sales $15 or more: 20% of the sale price
There is no monthly subscription fee, no listing fee, and no separate payment processing charge. The flat $2.95 or 20% rate covers both the platform fee and payment processing.
| Fee Type | Who Pays | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seller Fee (under $15) | Seller | $2.95 flat | Effective rate varies by price |
| Seller Fee ($15+) | Seller | 20% | Flat rate on full sale price |
| Payment Processing | Included | $0 | Covered by seller fee |
| Monthly Subscription | Neither | $0 | N/A |
| Listing Fee | Neither | $0 | N/A |
Poshmark Fee Under $15
For items priced below $15, Poshmark charges a flat $2.95 fee. This creates a very high effective rate on low-priced items — something to factor in when sourcing inventory.
| Sale Price | Poshmark Fee | Your Earnings | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | $2.95 | $2.05 | 59.0% |
| $8 | $2.95 | $5.05 | 36.9% |
| $10 | $2.95 | $7.05 | 29.5% |
| $12 | $2.95 | $9.05 | 24.6% |
| $14.99 | $2.95 | $12.04 | 19.7% |
Poshmark Fee at $15 or More
At $15 and above, Poshmark takes 20% of the full sale price. The fee is calculated on the item price before any shipping discounts are applied.
| Sale Price | Poshmark Fee (20%) | Your Earnings | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 | $3.00 | $12.00 | 20.0% |
| $25 | $5.00 | $20.00 | 20.0% |
| $40 | $8.00 | $32.00 | 20.0% |
| $75 | $15.00 | $60.00 | 20.0% |
| $100 | $20.00 | $80.00 | 20.0% |
| $200 | $40.00 | $160.00 | 20.0% |
The $15 Threshold Matters:
At $14.99, Poshmark charges $2.95 (effective: 19.7%). At $15.00 exactly, the fee switches to 20% = $3.00. Listing at $14.99 saves $0.05 on Poshmark fees compared to $15.00.
Mercari has lower seller-side fees than Poshmark at every price point in this comparison. Poshmark charges $2.95 flat under $15 and 20% at $15+; Mercari charges 10% of item price plus buyer-paid shipping. Poshmark's real advantage is fashion audience, social sharing, bundles and buyer trust — not lower fees.
Does Poshmark Charge Payment Processing Separately?
No. Poshmark's fee structure is all-inclusive — the flat $2.95 or 20% rate covers both the platform fee and payment processing. There are no additional charges beyond what Poshmark takes from the sale.
This differs from some platforms that charge a percentage fee plus a fixed transaction fee. With Poshmark, what you see is what you get.
Shipping Discounts and Seller Profit
Poshmark provides a prepaid shipping label for every sale. The label cost is deducted from your earnings when the buyer pays for shipping. If you offer a shipping discount (reducing the buyer's label cost), that discount is subtracted from your net payout dollar-for-dollar.
Example: $40 sale, no discount, $12 product cost, $1 packaging:
- Poshmark fee: $40 × 20% = $8.00
- Net earnings: $40 − $8.00 = $32.00
- Total costs: $12.00 + $1.00 = $13.00
- Net profit: $19.00
With a $3 shipping discount: net earnings drop to $29.00; net profit drops to $16.00.
Poshmark Fee Examples: $10, $25 and $100 Sales
| Sale Price | Poshmark Fee | Net Earnings | Product Cost | Net Profit | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | $2.95 | $7.05 | $3 | $4.05 | 40.5% |
| $25 | $5.00 | $20.00 | $8 | $12.00 | 48.0% |
| $40 | $8.00 | $32.00 | $12 | $19.00 | 47.5% |
| $100 | $20.00 | $80.00 | $30 | $50.00 | 50.0% |
Poshmark vs Mercari Fees
The key question for resellers: should I list on Poshmark or Mercari? Here's the direct comparison:
| Sale Price | Poshmark | Mercari | Better Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5 | $2.95 | $0.50 | Mercari (saves $2.45) |
| $10 | $2.95 | $1.00 | Mercari (saves $1.95) |
| $14.99 | $2.95 | $1.50 | Mercari (saves $1.45) |
| $15.00 | $3.00 | $1.50 | Mercari (saves $1.50) |
| $25 | $5.00 | $2.50 | Mercari (saves $2.50) |
| $29.50 | $5.90 | $2.95 | Mercari saves $2.95 |
| $40 | $8.00 | $4.00 | Mercari (saves $4.00) |
| $100 | $20.00 | $10.00 | Mercari (saves $10.00) |
Mercari is cheaper for almost all items priced $15 or more. Poshmark's main advantage is its large fashion-focused audience — if Poshmark generates more sales volume than Mercari for your items, the higher fees may be worth it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Poshmark take in 2026?
Poshmark charges a flat $2.95 fee for sales under $15, and takes 20% of the sale price for sales $15 and above. No monthly subscription, no listing fee, and no separate payment processing charge. The fee covers both platform and payment processing.
What is the Poshmark fee under $15?
For sales under $15, Poshmark charges a flat $2.95 seller fee. At $14.99, this is an effective rate of ~19.7%. At $15.00 exactly, the fee switches to 20% = $3.00. Note: even at $15.00, Poshmark takes slightly more than the $2.95 flat fee.
What is the Poshmark fee at $15 or more?
For sales of $15 or more, Poshmark takes 20% of the sale price. This is a flat rate applied to the full item price. A $40 sale: $40 × 20% = $8.00 Poshmark fee, you keep $32.00 before costs.
Does Poshmark charge payment processing separately?
No. Poshmark's fee structure is all-inclusive — the flat $2.95 or 20% rate covers both the platform fee and payment processing. There are no additional charges beyond what Poshmark takes from the sale.
How do shipping discounts affect Poshmark profit?
Poshmark provides a prepaid shipping label for every sale. The label cost is deducted from your earnings when the buyer pays for shipping. Offering a shipping discount (reducing the buyer's label cost) reduces your net payout dollar-for-dollar after the Poshmark fee is calculated.
Is Poshmark more expensive than Mercari?
Mercari generally has lower seller-side fees than Poshmark in simple fee-only comparisons across nearly every price point. Poshmark charges $2.95 flat under $15 and 20% at $15+; Mercari charges 10% of item price plus buyer-paid shipping. Mercari's 10% is typically lower at $5 through $100. Poshmark's real advantage is fashion audience, social sharing, bundles and buyer trust — not lower fees. If Mercari buyer-paid shipping is unusually high, the 10% fee base can narrow the gap.