PSA Grading Cost Calculator
Enter your cards, service tier, and shipping method. See exactly what PSA grading will cost and the break-even sale price.
Calculate Your PSA Grading Cost
Break-even assumes you need to sell each graded card for 1.5x total cost per card to justify the risk. Actual target should be 2-3x for safe profit.
PSA Grading Fees 2026
| PSA Tier | Price / Card | Turnaround | Max Declared Value | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value Bulk | — | — | ⚠️ Paused June 2026 | |
| Standard (new Sept 14) | $59.99 | 90-100 business days | $1,000 | Cheapest open tier; slowest |
| Priority (was Regular) | $79.99 | 70-80 business days | $1,500 | Most common; best resale value |
| Express (was $149) | $199.00 | 20-30 business days | $2,500 | Higher value cards needing speed |
| Super Express | $349.00 | 10-15 business days | $5,000 | Time-sensitive high-value submissions |
| Premier (was Walk-Through) | $599.00 | 7-10 business days | $10,000 | Ultra-high-value cards |
Prices current as of September 2026 (Value tiers paused June 2; Standard launched Sept 14; Regular→Priority and Walk-Through→Premier renamed). Always verify on psacard.com before submitting.
What Goes Into the Total PSA Cost?
- Per-card grading fee: The tier price above (e.g., $59.99 Standard, $79.99 Priority).
- Shipping to PSA: $12-30 for standard submissions; $40-60 for high-value packages.
- Return shipping: Usually included in PSA fee via FedEx Ground; premium tiers may add cost.
- Insurance: Private carrier insurance is $1-3 per $100 of declared value; PSA coverage is built into the tier.
- Upcharges: Oversized, thicker, or autographed cards may incur additional fees.
- Supplies: Penny sleeves, Card Savers, and boxes add $0.50-2 per card.
Example: 10 PSA Priority cards = $799.90 in grading fees + $20 shipping + $10 insurance = $829.90 total, or $82.99 per card.
Break-Even Analysis by Raw Value
| Raw Card Value | Total PSA Cost | PSA 10 Must Sell For | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10 | ~$100 | $300+ | Usually not worth it |
| $50 | ~$100 | $300+ | Borderline — pre-grade first |
| $100 | ~$100 | $400+ | Strong candidate if PSA 10 likely |
| $250 | ~$100 | $550+ | Excellent candidate |
| $500 | ~$100 | $800+ | Grade if condition is Gem Mint |
Assumes one PSA Priority card with $20 all-in shipping and insurance. Target is 3x cost to justify risk.
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