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Commission Calculator

Calculate a flat-rate sales commission from a sale amount and a commission percentage.

Gross pay, commission, and raise figures are calculated locally in your browser — no payroll numbers are uploaded.
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Try: Sale amount=10000, Commission rate=10 → $10,000, 10.00%, $1,000

How to use

Enter the sale total and your commission rate. The calculator returns the commission earned. Common flat rates run 5%–15% depending on the product and industry.

By Jordan Meyer, compensation writer

FAQ

Is a tiered commission better than a flat one?

Tiers reward larger deals with a higher rate above each threshold, so big closers earn more per dollar. A flat rate is simpler and predictable. Which is better depends on your sales mix.

Do I pay tax on commission?

Yes — commission is ordinary income and taxed like salary. The calculators here show gross commission; your take-home will be lower after tax.

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