Fiverr Fee Calculator
See your real take-home from any Fiverr order — after the 20% platform fee and your estimated tax. Or work backwards from a target income to know exactly what to charge.
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Add hours to see your effective hourly rate.
Enter an order amount to see your real take-home pay.
How Fiverr's 20% fee works
Fiverr takes 20% of every order you complete as a seller. It's a flat rate — there are no tiers, volume discounts, or category exceptions for standard accounts. Whether the order is $5 or $5,000, Fiverr keeps one fifth.
The deduction happens automatically. When a buyer pays $100, Fiverr transfers $80 to your Fiverr balance. You then withdraw that balance to your bank account, PayPal, Payoneer, or another supported method — usually after a 14-day clearance period on new accounts.
The 20% fee is separate from taxes. Your gross earnings are still taxable income in your country. How much you owe depends on your total annual income, your country's tax rates, and whether you operate as a sole trader, limited company, or another structure.
| Order value | Fiverr fee (20%) | Your earnings |
|---|---|---|
| $25 | −$5.00 | $20.00 |
| $50 | −$10.00 | $40.00 |
| $100 | −$20.00 | $80.00 |
| $200 | −$40.00 | $160.00 |
| $500 | −$100.00 | $400.00 |
Using the fee calculator
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Choose your calculation direction
Select “Buyer pays” if you know the order total and want to see what you’ll keep. Select “I want to earn” if you have a target income in mind and need to know what to charge — the calculator works backwards and shows the exact buyer price.
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Set your estimated tax rate
Drag the slider to match your effective tax rate. If you're unsure, 25% is a reasonable starting estimate for most self-employed freelancers. Set it to 0% if you just want to see the post-Fiverr earnings without a tax estimate.
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Add your hours (optional)
Enter the hours you expect to spend on the order. The calculator will show your effective hourly rate — a useful reality check when pricing gigs or comparing projects of different scope.
Most sellers price from cost: “this takes 2 hours, I'll charge $40.” A better approach is to price from outcome. Decide what hourly rate you need, multiply by estimated hours, then divide by 0.80 to cover Fiverr's fee. Your buyer price stays justified; your take-home is protected.
Common questions about Fiverr fees
What percentage does Fiverr take from sellers?
Fiverr charges sellers a flat 20% service fee on every completed order. If a buyer pays $100, you receive $80 before taxes. The rate is the same across all categories and order sizes for standard seller accounts.
How do I calculate my Fiverr earnings after the fee?
Multiply the order total by 0.80. For example: a $50 order × 0.80 = $40 net earnings. The calculator above does this automatically and also factors in your estimated tax rate — so you can see the real take-home in one step.
Does Fiverr charge buyers a fee too?
Yes — buyers pay a separate service fee on top of the gig price, typically 5.5% (with a minimum of $2 on orders under $50). That buyer fee goes to Fiverr separately and doesn't affect your 20% deduction. Your earnings are calculated from the order total before buyer fees are added.
How do I price my gig to earn a specific amount?
Use the “I want to earn” mode in the calculator above. Enter your target net earnings and it shows exactly what to charge. The formula is: target ÷ 0.80. To keep $100, charge $125. To keep $80, charge $100. Price your gigs from the desired outcome, not the input.
How should I estimate tax on my Fiverr income?
As a self-employed freelancer, you're responsible for income tax and self-employment tax. Rates vary: US freelancers often estimate 25–30%, Australian sole traders around 20–32%, and UK self-employed around 20–29%. Use the tax slider in the calculator to set your effective rate. Always consult a tax professional for advice specific to your country and circumstances.
Is the Fiverr seller fee always 20%?
For standard seller accounts, yes — the rate is a flat 20% on all orders regardless of the amount. There are no volume discounts or tiered rates for standard accounts. Fiverr Pro sellers on negotiated enterprise contracts may have different terms, but most Pro gigs on the standard marketplace still apply the 20% structure.
What counts as taxable income from Fiverr?
In most jurisdictions, all earnings from Fiverr are taxable business income — including gig orders, tips, extras, and subscription packages. Fiverr issues a 1099-K in the US once earnings exceed the reporting threshold. Keep records of all withdrawals regardless of whether you receive a tax form, and declare earnings accurately to your tax authority.
How can I increase my effective hourly rate on Fiverr?
Three approaches work consistently: raise your prices once you have strong reviews (the market supports higher rates than most sellers charge), scope your orders tightly with clear deliverables and revision limits, and time your work to identify which gig types deliver the best hourly return. Use the hours field in the calculator to measure your real rate per gig — it's often lower than expected until you've systemised your delivery process.