How Much Does Shopify Take from a $100 Sale?
If you’re new to selling on Shopify or planning to open your store, you might wonder: How much does Shopify take from a $100 sale? The answer depends on several factors, including your Shopify subscription plan, whether you’re using Shopify Payments, and any additional transaction fees.
This guide breaks down exactly how much you’ll pay in fees and how much you’ll actually take home from that $100 order.
🛒 Shopify’s Basic Pricing Structure
Shopify offers several plans, but here’s a quick summary of the most common:
| Plan | Monthly Fee | Credit Card Rate (Shopify Payments – Online) | Additional Transaction Fees (if NOT using Shopify Payments) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Shopify | $39/month | 2.9% + 30¢ | 2.0% |
| Shopify | $105/month | 2.6% + 30¢ | 1.0% |
| Advanced | $399/month | 2.4% + 30¢ | 0.5% |
💰 Real Calculation: Shopify Fees on a $100 Sale
Let’s say you’re on the Basic Shopify Plan and using Shopify Payments.
Step-by-step fee breakdown:
- Gross sale amount: $100
- Shopify Payments fee (2.9% + 30¢):
→ 2.9% of $100 = $2.90
→ + $0.30 fixed fee
→ Total processing fee = $3.20
Net revenue:
👉 $100 – $3.20 = $96.80
✅ So, Shopify takes $3.20 from your $100 sale under the Basic plan using Shopify Payments.
🧮 Comparison Table: Net Payout from $100 Sale by Plan
| Shopify Plan | Fee Rate (Shopify Payments) | Total Fees | Net Payout |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic ($39/mo) | 2.9% + 30¢ | $3.20 | $96.80 |
| Shopify ($105/mo) | 2.6% + 30¢ | $2.90 | $97.10 |
| Advanced ($399/mo) | 2.4% + 30¢ | $2.70 | $97.30 |
🧾 What If You Use a Third-Party Payment Gateway?
If you’re not using Shopify Payments and instead use PayPal, Stripe, or another processor, Shopify charges an additional transaction fee:
- Basic plan: +2.0%
- Shopify plan: +1.0%
- Advanced plan: +0.5%
💡 Example (Basic Plan using PayPal):
- PayPal fees (typically 2.9% + 30¢): $3.20
- Shopify additional fee (2.0% of $100): $2.00
- Total fees: $5.20
- Net payout: $94.80
💡 Tips to Maximize Your Profits
- Use Shopify Payments to avoid extra fees
- Bundle products to reduce fixed transaction costs per item
- Upgrade plans if your volume supports it—the lower percentage may save more long-term
- Offer bank transfer or manual payment options for high-ticket items when appropriate
Final Thoughts
So, how much does Shopify take from a $100 sale? If you’re on the Basic plan and using Shopify Payments, you’ll pay $3.20 in transaction fees, keeping $96.80. If you’re using a third-party processor, expect higher total fees due to Shopify’s extra percentage.
As your store grows, it’s worth evaluating which Shopify plan best balances your monthly subscription cost and transaction savings.
