Commission Calculator
Calculate Your Commission Earnings
Calculate total earnings for sales professionals. Enter your base salary, commission rate, and sales volume.
Commission Earnings
Total Annual Compensation
$65,000
Annual Commission
$25,000
Monthly Total
$5,417
Base Salary
$40,000
Frequently Asked Questions
How do commission structures work?
Common structures include straight commission (percentage of sales only), base salary plus commission, tiered commission (higher rates for exceeding targets), and residual commission (ongoing percentage from recurring sales).
What is a good commission rate?
Commission rates vary by industry: real estate (5-6% of sale price), retail (2-10% of sale), B2B sales (5-15%), financial services (1-5% of assets). Higher rates typically mean no base salary.
How are commissions taxed?
Commissions are considered supplemental wages and taxed similarly to bonuses — typically 22% federal withholding, plus applicable state taxes and FICA.