How commission pay works
Commission is compensation calculated as a percentage of the sales value someone generates. Many sales roles combine a smaller base salary with commission to reward performance.
The formula
Commission = Total Sales × Commission Rate. If you have a base salary, we add it to your commission to show total pay for the period. Enter your figures to see the breakdown.
This calculator provides a general estimate for planning purposes. Actual pay structures may include tiered rates, caps, quotas, or draws not reflected here.
Last reviewed August 2026