GetShipMargin
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Shipping Margin Calculator

See how fulfillment costs affect ecommerce contribution margin.

Free · no sign-up
Package inputs
Use outside package dimensions. Your result stays on this device unless you choose to save it.
Live result Deterministic
Shipping intelligence
No AI estimates. Every output comes from the published formula.

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Enter package data and calculate. No account is required.

How to use this tool

A decision, not just an output

Measure contribution margin after shipping, packaging, fees, ads, and returns. Read the output alongside its interpretation, assumptions, limitations, and source. Marketplace rates and external requirements should always be confirmed at the linked official source.

Formula & example

Transparent method

Net contribution = selling price − product, packaging, shipping, marketplace, payment, advertising, return, and other entered costs.

Example: A $50 order with $8 shipping and $25 in other costs contributes $17, or 34%.

Assumptions

  • • All inputs apply to the same order and use USD.

Limitations

  • • This is not tax, legal, or accounting advice.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Shipping Margin Calculator free?

Yes. The primary result is available without creating an account or entering an email address.

How is the result calculated?

Net contribution = selling price − product, packaging, shipping, marketplace, payment, advertising, return, and other entered costs.

What should I verify before using it?

This is not tax, legal, or accounting advice.

Are my inputs private?

Core inputs are processed in your browser. GetShipMargin Tools records anonymous interaction events, not the business values entered into this form.