Poshmark fees worked example: a $35 sale
Sell an item for $35 (you paid $10 for it). Poshmark takes its 20% commission on sales of $15+ — that's $7.00. You keep $18.00 — a 51.4% margin, and the buyer pays shipping separately.
The breakdown
- Sale price: $35.00
- Poshmark commission: $35 × 20% = $7.00
- Item cost: $10.00
- You keep: $35 − $7 − $10 = $18.00
The $15 line
Under $15, Poshmark charges a flat $2.95 instead of 20% — on a $10 sale that's 29.5%, worse than the headline rate. Price just above $15 and the effective rate drops fast. Try your own numbers in the Poshmark fee calculator or compare against eBay in the eBay vs Poshmark comparison.
Frequently asked questions
What are Poshmark's fees on a $35 sale?
$7.00 — the 20% commission tier for sales of $15+. The buyer pays for shipping separately.
What is Poshmark's fee on sales under $15?
A flat $2.95, which is a worse effective rate (29.5% on a $10 sale) than the 20% tier.
Is Poshmark more expensive than eBay?
On fees alone, usually yes above $15: 20% vs eBay's 13.6%. Poshmark's audience and simple listing flow are what sellers pay for.