Poshmark Fees Explained 2026

Poshmark's fee structure is simpler than eBay's, but it still takes a meaningful cut. Here is exactly what Poshmark charges, how it affects your profit, and how to track it properly.

Tax config last verified: 2026-01-10. Check Poshmark's current fee page for the latest, as fees may change.

Poshmark's fee structure

As of 2026, Poshmark uses a two-tier commission:

• Sales under $15: Poshmark takes a flat $2.95 commission. You keep the rest.
• Sales $15 and over: Poshmark takes 20% of the sale price. You keep 80%.

Note: these are Poshmark's published rates. Always check poshmark.com for the current fee schedule, as they may update these.

Shipping on Poshmark

Poshmark handles shipping differently than eBay:

• Standard shipping is paid by the buyer ($7.67 for packages under 5 lbs as of the time of writing -- check Poshmark for current rates)
• Sellers can offer discounted shipping by subsidizing part of the cost, which comes out of your earnings
• Poshmark provides the shipping label, so there is no label cost to the seller (unless you offer a discount)

Worked examples

Example 1: Sale over $15

Example 2: Sale under $15

On items under $15, the flat $2.95 fee is actually a better deal than 20% -- but the low sale price means your margins are thin. That $3 thrift find needs to sell for at least $8-10 to be worth your time.

Hidden costs Poshmark sellers forget

• Discounted shipping: Offering a $4.99 shipping rate costs you $2.68 per sale (the difference between the standard rate and what you offered). This adds up fast.
• Closet Clear Out / Offers: If you drop prices for CCO events, your per-item margin changes. Track the actual sale price, not your listing price.
• Sourcing mileage: The IRS lets you deduct $0.70/mile for business use in 2026. Driving 15 miles to a thrift store is $10.50 in deductible expenses.
• Supplies: Tissue paper, clear bags, thank-you cards. Small per order, but track it.

Poshmark vs. eBay fees

On a $50 sale:

• Poshmark takes $10.00 (20%)
• eBay takes roughly $6.92 (13.25% FVF + $0.30 payment processing) -- but you also pay for the shipping label

Poshmark's fee is higher, but it includes shipping label management. Whether it is a better deal depends on your average sale price and shipping costs.

How this affects your taxes

Poshmark reports gross sales (the full sale price) to the IRS on your 1099-K. When you file Schedule C, you need to show that your net profit is much lower than that gross number. Every fee you track is a deductible business expense.

The federal 1099-K threshold for 2026 is $20,000 and 200 transactions. Some states are lower.

Informational only — not tax advice.