Curtsy Fee Calculator
Visit CurtsyFashion marketplace for college students and young women
Avg Sale:$25
Avg Time to Sell:5-10 days
💰 Fee Summary
Selling Fee
5% + $1
Payment Processing
2.9%
✅ Advantages
- •Targeted to college/Gen Z demographic
- •Lower fees than Poshmark for items over $50 (15% vs 20%)
- •$6.99 shipping cheaper than Poshmark's $7.97
- •Simple, clean mobile-first interface
⚠️ Considerations
- •Smaller user base than Poshmark/Depop
- •Limited to fashion/accessories
- •Best for trendy, contemporary styles
- •Less established brand recognition
Complete Fee Breakdown
| Fee Type | Rate | Example | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commission | 5% + $1 | $3.00 on $40 sale | Flat 5% + $1 on all sales |
| Payment Processing | 2.9% | $1.16 on $40 sale | Via Stripe |
Example Profit Scenarios
See how fees impact profit at different price points on Curtsy
Low Price Item
$20 Sale
Item Cost:-$5.00
Platform Fees:-$7.80
Net Profit:$7.20
Margin
36.0%
ROI
144.0%
Medium Price Item
$50 Sale
Item Cost:-$20.00
Platform Fees:-$18.00
Net Profit:$12.00
Margin
24.0%
ROI
60.0%
High Price Item
$150 Sale
Item Cost:-$75.00
Platform Fees:-$52.00
Net Profit:$23.00
Margin
15.3%
ROI
30.7%
Best Categories for Curtsy
These product categories perform particularly well on Curtsy
📦 Shipping on Curtsy
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Prepaid Labels
$ flat rate for packages up to 5lbs
💡 Tips for Selling on Curtsy
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Accurate Descriptions
Clear, honest descriptions reduce returns and improve buyer satisfaction.
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Quality Photos
Good lighting and multiple angles increase buyer confidence and conversion rates.
How Curtsy Compares
Quick comparison with similar platforms
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Frequently Asked Questions
Average sale price is around $25. After fees and costs, profit margins typically range from 30-60% depending on your sourcing and pricing strategy.
Average time to sell is 5-10 days. This varies by category, pricing, photos, and season. Well-priced items with good photos sell faster.
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