KDP Royalty Calculator
Calculate your Amazon KDP earnings for paperback, hardcover, and ebook. Estimate how much you'll earn per sale.
Your Royalty
$6.34
per sale
Print Cost
$2.65
per copy
50 Sales/mo
$317
monthly
100 Sales/mo
$634
monthly
Estimates based on Amazon KDP's standard US royalty formulas (60% paperback / hardcover, 70% or 35% ebook). Actual printing costs vary by page count, marketplace, paper type, and ink. Always confirm final figures in your KDP dashboard before pricing.
Understanding KDP Royalties
Paperback Earnings
KDP pays a 60% royalty rate minus printing costs. Higher-priced books with lower page counts tend to earn the best margins.
Ebook Strategy
Price between $2.99–$9.99 for the 70% royalty rate. Most authors earn $2–$7 per ebook sale depending on price point.
Multi-Format
Publish both paperback and ebook for maximum revenue. Many readers prefer print; others prefer digital. Capture both audiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are KDP royalties calculated?+
For ebooks, you earn either 35% or 70% of the list price (minus delivery costs for 70%). For paperbacks, you earn 60% of the list price minus printing costs. Printing costs depend on page count, ink type, and trim size.
What's the difference between 35% and 70% royalty?+
The 70% royalty option is available for ebooks priced $2.99–$9.99 in select marketplaces. It offers higher earnings but includes a delivery cost based on file size. The 35% option has no delivery fee and works at any price point.
How much does it cost to print a KDP paperback?+
Printing costs start at $2.15 for a 110-page black-and-white book (6"×9"). Costs increase with page count, color printing, and larger trim sizes. Our calculator gives you exact costs for your specifications.
Can I sell on international Amazon marketplaces?+
Yes. KDP distributes to Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.de, Amazon.fr, Amazon.es, Amazon.it, Amazon.co.jp, Amazon.ca, Amazon.com.au, and more. Royalty rates vary by marketplace.
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