The Depop profit calculator formula
Use this structure before listing, before accepting an offer, and again when the order is complete:
Depop fee rules can change by country, seller setup, payment method, and promotion. That is why the exact fee estimate is only step one. Fashion resale profit still depends on purchase cost, shipping choices, prep time, packaging, return risk, and whether the item sat for months before selling. stokd's free Depop fee calculator helps with the fee estimate; stokd tracks the full item-level result after the sale.
Costs Depop sellers should include
Depop margins often leak through small, repeated costs that do not show up clearly if you only check payout.
| Cost | Where sellers miss it | How to track it |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of goods | Thrift hauls, bins buys, closet cleanouts, and bundle purchases get blended together. | Assign a cost basis to every SKU or split a haul cost across items as soon as you process inventory. |
| Depop and payment fees | The payout feels close enough, so sellers stop checking the minimum profitable price. | Estimate fees before listing and compare the actual fee deduction after the order is complete. |
| Shipping and packaging | Seller-paid shipping, polymailers, labels, tape, and boxes get treated as free. | Record label and packaging costs against the item, not as vague monthly overhead. |
| Cleaning and repairs | Lint rolling, stain treatment, batteries, sewing, measurements, and photo prep disappear from the margin. | Add prep costs to the item so low-ticket apparel does not look more profitable than it is. |
| Returns and stale inventory | Slow-moving sizes or styles can force lower offers later and tie up cash. | Track listing age, accepted offer, final profit, and whether the item is worth sourcing again. |
Set a break-even price before you list
Depop buyers expect offers, bundles, and shipping decisions. Before listing, put each item into one of four decision buckets:
Protect margin
Rare brands, trending styles, strong sizes, or items with low cost basis should have a clear minimum price after fees and shipping.
Bundle intentionally
Bundles can move inventory faster, but only if combined shipping and discounts still leave enough gross profit.
Move stale stock
Old listings may deserve lower margin if the cash can be redeployed into faster-selling inventory.
Learn the source
If a brand sells only after heavy discounts or long hold time, tag the source so you do not repeat weak buys.
The break-even number keeps Depop sales from becoming exciting notifications with no real reseller return.
Track Depop sales after payout
After each sale, record the actual sale details while the sourcing context is still fresh. At minimum, keep:
- item name, SKU, brand, category, size, condition, and source
- purchase cost, purchase date, listing date, and days held
- list price, final sale price, accepted offer, bundle details, and buyer-paid or seller-paid shipping
- Depop fees, payment fees, cleaning, repairs, packaging, and supplies
- net profit, profit margin, ROI, and whether you would source it again
This is where stokd fits after a calculator. The calculator estimates one Depop sale; stokd keeps the inventory, payout, fee, source, and profit history that tells you what to buy next.
Save Depop profit instead of guessing after payout.
Track inventory cost, sale price, fees, shipping, sources, listing age, and ROI across Depop, eBay, Poshmark, Mercari, Whatnot, and the rest of your resale channels.
Start tracking free →Depop profit calculator FAQ
How do I calculate profit on Depop?
Start with the final sale price. Subtract Depop or payment fees, shipping you pay, purchase cost, cleaning, repairs, packaging, supplies, and any other item-level costs.
What is the difference between payout and profit?
Payout is the money released after platform and payment deductions. Profit subtracts cost of goods, prep, packaging, shipping, mileage, and other reseller expenses from those earnings.
Should Depop sellers track ROI?
Yes. Profit alone does not show whether a flip was efficient. ROI compares profit to cash invested, which helps you choose better brands, sources, styles, and price ranges.
Can I use stokd for Depop and other marketplaces?
Yes. stokd is built for multi-channel resellers who need to track inventory, fees, expenses, profit, and sourcing ROI across multiple marketplaces.