Updated January 2026 · Marketplace: Amazon.com (USA)
Amazon FBA Fees USA (2026)
This guide covers US-only Amazon FBA cost structure: referral fees, FBA fulfillment (Jan 15, 2026), monthly storage, Low-Price FBA notes, and a full worked example you can replicate in our free Amazon FBA calculator. For a cross-marketplace overview, see the complete FBA fees guide 2026.
1. Referral fees (Amazon.com)
Referral fees are a percentage of the total sales price (item + shipping charged to the buyer, subject to Amazon’s category rules). Typical US rates:
- Most categories: 15%
- Electronics accessories / Amazon device accessories: often higher (check current table)
- Grocery & Gourmet / some consumables: tiered or reduced rates may apply above price thresholds
Full category chart: Amazon referral fee chart.
2. FBA fulfillment fees (effective January 15, 2026)
USA fulfillment fees are based on size tier (small/large standard, small/large/special oversize) and shipping weight. Illustrative 2026 ranges sellers model most often:
| Size tier (typical) | What drives the fee | Planning range* |
|---|---|---|
| Small standard | Light, compact units | From ~$3.30 |
| Large standard | Heavier / larger within standard | Often ~$4.98+ |
| Small oversize | Exceeds standard dimensions | Often ~$8.74+ |
| Large / special oversize | Bulky / heavy | Can exceed $75 |
*Planning ranges for education, exact fees depend on weight/dimensions. Verify in Seller Central and our calculator.
Low-Price FBA (items under $10) uses a separate fulfillment schedule, model both paths if your offer sits near $10.
3. Monthly storage (USA)
Storage is charged per cubic foot. Non-peak months are lower; Oct–Dec peak rates are higher. Aged inventory surcharges punish units sitting too long. Use the storage fee calculator and read storage fees explained.
4. Worked USA example ($29.99 Home & Kitchen)
- Selling price: $29.99
- Product + inbound + prep: $12.00
- Referral (15%): $4.50
- FBA (assume small/large standard band): ~$3.30–$4.98
- Storage (1 month estimate): ~$0.20
- Returns reserve (5% of price): ~$1.50
Approximate net before PPC: ~$6.80–$8.50 (~23–28% margin). A 25% ACOS on ad-driven units can cut several dollars, always include PPC in the same model.
Run this example in the free USA calculator →
5. USA vs UK vs India
Referral percentages look similar, but fulfillment and storage currencies/rates differ. Compare: UK FBA fees · India FBA fees · marketplace comparison.
Frequently asked questions
What are Amazon FBA fulfillment fees in the USA for 2026?
USA FBA fulfillment fees are tiered by size and shipping weight. Small standard starts near $3.30; large standard and oversize scale higher (large oversize can exceed $75). Rates shown in our calculator reflect the January 15, 2026 update.
What is the standard Amazon referral fee in the US?
Most categories charge 15% of the total sales price. Some categories differ (e.g. Amazon device accessories, grocery, luxury beauty). Always confirm the category in Seller Central.
Do US FBA storage fees change in Q4?
Yes. Monthly storage rates rise in October–December. Aged inventory surcharges can apply to slow movers, model storage months in the free profit calculator.
FBA Analytics Team
Amazon FBA Fee Analysts • 5+ years analyzing Amazon fee structures
📊 Data Sources:
- • Official Amazon Seller Central fee documentation
- • Amazon FBA Fee Calculator (verified Jan 15, 2026)
- • Real seller data analysis (1000+ calculations reviewed)
- • Regular updates when Amazon announces fee changes
Fees are estimates from Amazon’s published structure. Confirm on Seller Central before inventory orders.