How much more to sell for the next Whatnot tier
Still to sell = the next tier's threshold - your sales so far in the 28-day period; divide by the days left for the daily pace. In the US the first step is $15,000.00: on day 14 with $10,000.00 sold you need $5,000.00 more, $357.14 a day for the 14 days left. Reaching it lowers the rate for the next period only.
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The US thresholds
| Tier | Sales in 4 weeks | TCG rate |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $0 – $14,999 | 8% |
| Tier 1 | $15,000 – $34,999 | 7.75% |
| Tier 2 | $35,000 – $49,999 | 7.5% |
| Tier 3 | $50,000 – $99,999 | 7.25% |
| Tier 4 | $100,000 – $249,999 | 7% |
| Tier 5 | $250,000 – $499,999 | 6.75% |
| Tier 6 | $500,000+ | 6.5% |
Gap and daily pace on day 14
Round sales totals halfway through a period (day 14 of 28). For your own numbers and any day, use the commission tier calculator.
| Sold so far | Next tier | Still to sell | Per day left | Projected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000.00 | Tier 1 | $10,000.00 | $714.29 | $10,000.00 |
| $10,000.00 | Tier 1 | $5,000.00 | $357.14 | $20,000.00 |
| $20,000.00 | Tier 2 | $15,000.00 | $1,071.43 | $40,000.00 |
| $30,000.00 | Tier 2 | $5,000.00 | $357.14 | $60,000.00 |
| $45,000.00 | Tier 3 | $5,000.00 | $357.14 | $90,000.00 |
| $80,000.00 | Tier 4 | $20,000.00 | $1,428.57 | $160,000.00 |
What the lower rate is worth
| Tier | Rate | Commission |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 8% | $1,200.00 |
| Tier 1 | 7.75% | $1,162.50 |
| Tier 2 | 7.5% | $1,125.00 |
| Tier 3 | 7.25% | $1,087.50 |
| Tier 4 | 7% | $1,050.00 |
| Tier 5 | 6.75% | $1,012.50 |
| Tier 6 | 6.5% | $975.00 |
Fashion and the Other category fall faster (to 4.5% and 4%); coins start at 4% and move in tenths of a point.
Frequently asked questions
- What counts toward the Whatnot tier?
- The combined sale price of your completed orders across every category, live shows and marketplace, including sales at promotional rates. Cancelled orders, private shows and local pickup orders are subtracted, and another seller account of yours counts separately.
- How does Whatnot project my tier?
- Sales so far / days passed x 28. On day 14 with $10,000.00 that is $20,000.00, which would unlock Tier 1. Your rate only locks in at the end of the period.
- Is reaching the next tier worth a discount?
- Compare the commission you save next period with what a push costs you. For trading cards, reaching Tier 1 saves $37.50 on $15,000.00 of next-period sales (8% to 7.75%); a discount bigger than that on the extra sales costs more than it saves.
More guides
- Whatnot fees in 2026 explained: commission tiers and processing
The tiered commission from 21 September 2026 by category and tier, the 2.9% + $0.30 processing fee, taxes on fees, and the fee on typical sale prices.
- How much does Whatnot take from a $50 sale?
Commission, processing and payout on a $50 sale for every category and tier, with and without buyer-paid shipping, from the published rate card.
- How to track profit per live show
Which report to download, the columns that matter, the profit formula per show, and a worked example on sample data.
Last updated 2026-09-29. Independent tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by Whatnot Inc. Fees from Whatnot's public help pages on the date shown; check your Seller Hub for your exact rate. Not tax advice.