KDP royalty calculator (2026)

Vanity prices feel good. Unit economics pay rent. Figures below follow KDP’s published US formulas as of 2026.

eBook

List price (USD) File size (MB)

Paperback (Amazon.com)

List price Page count

Ink Trim Expanded distribution

Sales / month Share that are eBooks

Sources: KDP ebook royalties, list price band (70% max $12.99 on Amazon.com from 7 July 2026), paperback royalty, print cost. Delivery estimated at $0.15/MB on the 70% option. Other marketplaces differ. Confirm in KDP’s own calculator before you set a price.

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