Depop Fee and Profit Calculator

Instantly calculate your net profit on Depop sales. This tool accounts for all seller fees, including payment processing for US & UK sellers, shipping, and your item cost to reveal your true earnings.

What is a Depop Calculator?

A Depop calculator is an essential tool for sellers on the Depop marketplace designed to calculate their final profit from a sale. While selling on Depop in the US and UK is advertised as “fee-free,” this only refers to the platform’s commission. Sellers are still subject to mandatory payment processing fees. This calculator demystifies the process by subtracting all necessary costs—including payment processing, shipping, and the original cost of the item—from the total sale price. By using a depop calculator, sellers can understand their true earnings, price items more effectively, and ensure their business is profitable.

Depop Calculator Formula and Explanation

Calculating your Depop profit involves a few key steps. The core idea is to find your net payout after fees and then subtract your own costs.

The basic formula is:

Total Profit = ((Sale Price + Shipping Cost) - Payment Processing Fee) - Shipping Cost - Cost of Goods - Other Costs

Where the Payment Processing Fee depends on your region. For a deeper dive on this, check out our guide to understanding ecommerce fees.

Variables Table

Variable	Meaning	Unit	Typical Range
Sale Price	The listed price of your item.	Currency (USD, GBP)	$5 – $500+
Shipping Cost	The amount the buyer pays for shipping.	Currency (USD, GBP)	$4 – $20+
Payment Processing Fee	A mandatory fee charged by Depop Payments (Stripe) to process the transaction. It’s a percentage of the total sale (price + shipping) plus a fixed amount.	Currency (USD, GBP)	Varies with sale price
Cost of Goods (COGS)	Your initial cost to acquire or produce the item.	Currency (USD, GBP)	$0 – $100+
Total Profit	The final amount of money you earn after all fees and costs. This is the key metric our depop calculator provides.	Currency (USD, GBP)	Varies

Practical Examples

Example 1: Selling a Vintage T-Shirt in the US

Imagine you sourced a vintage band t-shirt for $5 and want to sell it.

• Inputs:
  • Seller Location: United States
  • Item Sale Price: $35.00
  • Shipping Cost: $5.00
  • Cost of Goods: $5.00
  • Other Costs: $1.00 (for a poly mailer)
• Calculation:
  • Total Transaction: $35.00 + $5.00 = $40.00
  • Payment Fee: ($40.00 * 0.033) + $0.45 = $1.32 + $0.45 = $1.77
  • Net Payout: $40.00 – $1.77 = $38.23
  • Total Profit: $38.23 – $5.00 (shipping) – $5.00 (COGS) – $1.00 (mailer) = $27.23

Example 2: Selling a Pair of Jeans in the UK

You’re selling a pair of pre-loved jeans from your own closet in the UK.

• Inputs:
  • Seller Location: United Kingdom
  • Item Sale Price: £40.00
  • Shipping Cost: £3.50
  • Cost of Goods: £0.00 (from your own closet)
  • Other Costs: £0.50 (for packaging)
• Calculation:
  • Total Transaction: £40.00 + £3.50 = £43.50
  • Payment Fee: (£43.50 * 0.029) + £0.30 = £1.26 + £0.30 = £1.56
  • Net Payout: £43.50 – £1.56 = £41.94
  • Total Profit: £41.94 – £3.50 (shipping) – £0.00 (COGS) – £0.50 (packaging) = £37.94

Deciding how to price items can be tricky. For more tips, read our guide on how to price items on Depop.

How to Use This Depop Calculator

1. Select Your Seller Location: Choose between “United States” and “United Kingdom” to apply the correct payment processing fee structure. This is the most critical step for an accurate calculation.
2. Enter the Item Sale Price: Input the amount you will list the item for, before shipping.
3. Enter the Shipping Cost: Input the amount the buyer will pay for shipping. Remember, Depop’s fees apply to this amount as well.
4. Enter Your Cost of Goods (COGS): Input how much you paid for the item. If you got it for free or it’s a personal item, enter 0.
5. Enter Other Costs: Add any extra expenses like packaging materials.
6. Review Your Profit: The calculator instantly updates to show your Total Profit, Net Payout, Total Fees, and Profit Margin. The pie chart also provides a clear visual breakdown of where the money goes.

Key Factors That Affect Depop Profit

Maximizing your earnings isn’t just about using a depop calculator; it’s about managing your costs. Considering a different platform? See our analysis of Vinted vs Depop fees.

• Sourcing Costs: The lower your Cost of Goods, the higher your potential profit. Thrifting, buying in bulk, or selling personal items can lead to better margins.
• Pricing Strategy: Pricing too low leaves money on the table, while pricing too high can deter buyers. Research comparable items to find the sweet spot.
• Shipping Costs: Offering competitive shipping rates is key. Using Depop’s shipping can be convenient, but sometimes finding your own cheaper option can increase your profit. Our shipping for Depop sellers guide can help.
• Packaging Materials: While seeming small, the cost of mailers, boxes, tape, and labels adds up over time. Buying in bulk or using recycled materials can cut these costs.
• Returns and Refunds: A returned item means lost shipping costs and potentially a lost sale. Accurate descriptions and photos can minimize returns.
• Promotions and Discounts: Offering sales or accepting lower offers will directly impact your profit. Use the calculator to see how much you’ll make before accepting an offer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is Depop actually free to sell on?

Partially. For sellers in the US and UK, Depop does not charge a platform commission fee. However, you must pay a mandatory payment processing fee on every transaction, which is what this calculator helps you figure out.

2. Does the Depop fee apply to shipping costs?

Yes. The payment processing fee is calculated on the total transaction amount, which is the item price PLUS the shipping cost.

3. What’s the difference between the US and UK fees?

The fees are slightly different. As of now, the US fee is 3.3% + $0.45 per transaction, while the UK fee is 2.9% + £0.30. Our depop calculator automatically adjusts for this when you select your region.

4. Why is my profit negative?

A negative profit means your costs (COGS, shipping, fees) are higher than your sale price. This can happen with low-priced items where the fixed portion of the fee and shipping costs are significant. It’s a sign you need to increase your price or reduce costs.

5. Should I enter the shipping cost I pay or the cost the buyer pays?

Enter the shipping cost the buyer pays. The calculator’s “Total Profit” result has already subtracted this cost from your payout, showing what you actually pocket.

6. What about boosted listings?

This calculator does not currently include the optional 8% fee for boosted listings. If your sale comes from a boost, you would need to manually subtract an additional 8% from the item’s sale price from your profit.

7. How does this compare to an Etsy fee calculator?

Platforms have different fee structures. An Etsy fee calculator would need to account for listing fees, transaction fees, and offsite ad fees, which are more complex than Depop’s current model.

8. Is it better to offer free shipping?

Offering “free shipping” means you are paying for it out of your profit. You should increase the item’s sale price to absorb the shipping cost. Use the calculator to compare scenarios: one with paid shipping and a lower item price, and one with free shipping and a higher item price, to see which is more profitable.