Free-Shipping Threshold Benchmark
The order value at which stores offer free shipping by category and region.
Disclaimer: This tool is for general informational and estimation purposes only and is not professional financial, tax, accounting or legal advice. All figures are estimates — verify with a qualified professional before making decisions. Read the full disclaimer.
Setting a free-shipping threshold? See what's typical for your category and region, then set yours just above your average order value to lift basket size.
About Free-Shipping Threshold Benchmark
The free-shipping threshold is one of the highest-leverage numbers in e-commerce. Set it just above your average order value and you nudge basket size up. This benchmark shows typical thresholds by category and region.
How to use Free-Shipping Threshold Benchmark
- 1Choose the category and region that match your situation.
- 2Read the 25th, median, 75th and 90th percentile bands for that selection.
- 3Enter your own figure to see exactly which percentile you fall in.
- 4Add a data point to sharpen the free-shipping threshold benchmark for everyone — it stays in your browser.
Why use Free-Shipping Threshold Benchmark?
- ✓Free, instant free-shipping threshold percentiles — no sign-up, no paywall.
- ✓Filter by several dimensions to find numbers that actually match your situation.
- ✓Enter your own figure and see exactly where it lands in the distribution.
- ✓Community-contributed data points keep the bands fresh and realistic.
Frequently asked questions
What should my free-shipping threshold be?+
A common tactic is setting it 10–20% above your average order value. The benchmark shows typical thresholds by category and region as a starting point.
Does free shipping increase sales?+
Yes — free shipping and a clear threshold to unlock it is one of the strongest levers for conversion and average order value.
Is the shipping cost benchmark free to use?+
Yes. It is completely free, runs in your browser and needs no sign-up. Any data point you add stays on your device — nothing is uploaded.
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