Use this free dropshipping profit calculator before you add a product to your store. It shows your profit per order after supplier costs, payment processing, and ads, plus how many orders you need to cover your monthly Shopify plan and apps.
Dropshipping Profit Calculator
See your profit per order, margin, and the most you can spend on ads per sale. Card processing defaults to Shopify’s US online rate on the Basic plan (2.9% + 30¢, per NerdWallet’s 2026 Shopify pricing guide). Change it to match your plan or payment provider.
Rates change and vary by country, plan, and card type. Check your payment provider’s current rates. Taxes, duties, returns, and refunds are not included.
The Dropshipping Profit Formula
Price + shipping charged – product cost – supplier shipping – payment processing – ad cost per sale = profit per order
| Shopify US plan (NerdWallet, 2026) | Monthly | Yearly (per month) | Online card rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $39 | $29 | 2.9% + 30¢ |
| Grow | $105 | $79 | 2.7% + 30¢ |
| Advanced | $399 | $299 | 2.5% + 30¢ |
Learn how to choose suppliers and launch step by step in our guide to Shopify dropshipping for beginners.
Dropshipping Profit Calculator FAQ
What is a good dropshipping profit margin?
It depends on your product and marketing costs. Make sure there is enough left after ads to cover refunds, returns, and your monthly costs.
What is break-even ROAS?
It is how many dollars of sales your ads must bring in for every $1 spent before you start making a profit. It equals revenue per order divided by profit before ads.
Are Shopify prices the same in every country?
No. Shopify plan prices vary by country. Check Shopify’s pricing page for your country.