PayPal Fee Calculator - United States

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United States PayPal Fee Rates

Transaction Type Percentage Fixed Fee
PayPal Checkout3.49%$0.49
PayPal Guest Checkout3.49%$0.49
Standard Credit/Debit Card2.99%$0.49
Send/Receive Goods & Services2.99%$0.00
QR Code Transaction2.29%$0.09
PayPal Pay Later4.99%$0.49
Invoicing (PayPal/Venmo)3.49%$0.49
Invoicing (Card/Apple Pay)2.99%$0.49
Virtual Terminal3.39%$0.29
POS - Card Present (Zettle)2.29%$0.09
POS - Manual Entry3.49%$0.09
Micropayments4.99%$0.09
Charity/Nonprofit1.99%$0.49
International Add-on+1.50%-

How to Calculate PayPal Fees

PayPal fees are calculated using the formula: Fee = (Amount × Percentage Rate) + Fixed Fee

For example, a $100 PayPal Checkout transaction would cost: ($100 × 3.49%) + $0.49 = $3.98 total fee

You would receive: $100 - $3.98 = $96.02

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Our PayPal fee calculator helps you instantly calculate PP fees for any transaction in the United States. Whether you're a freelancer, small business owner, or online seller, this PayPal charges calculator gives you accurate results based on latest rates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are PayPal's current fees in the US?

PayPal charges between 2.29% to 4.99% plus a fixed fee of $0.09 to $0.49 depending on the transaction type. Standard online payments are 2.99% + $0.49.

How much does PayPal charge for international transactions?

PayPal adds an additional 1.50% fee for international transactions on top of the standard domestic rates.

Are there lower rates for nonprofits?

Yes, qualified nonprofits can get reduced rates of 1.99% + $0.49 for most transaction types.