Bulk mail pricing
Bulk mail pricing can vary depending on the type of mail, weight, size, and destination. Here are some general guidelines on bulk mail pricing in the United States:
First-Class Mail
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.55 per piece
- Flats (1 oz or less): $1.15 per piece
- Parcels (1 oz or less): $3.50 per piece
Standard Mail
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.24 per piece
- Flats (1 oz or less): $0.24 per piece
- Parcels (1 oz or less): $2.75 per piece
Periodicals
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.24 per piece
- Flats (1 oz or less): $0.24 per piece
- Parcels (1 oz or less): $2.75 per piece
Non-Profit Mail
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.24 per piece
- Flats (1 oz or less): $0.24 per piece
- Parcels (1 oz or less): $2.75 per piece
Bulk Mail Discounts
- For mailings of 200 or more pieces, you may be eligible for a bulk mail discount.
- The discount varies depending on the type of mail and the weight of the pieces.
- For example, a bulk mail discount for First-Class Mail letters might be 10% off the regular rate.
Weight-Based Pricing
- For mailings that exceed 1 oz, you'll pay a weight-based rate.
- The rate increases as the weight of the mail increases.
Size-Based Pricing
- For mailings that exceed standard sizes, you'll pay a size-based rate.
- The rate increases as the size of the mail increases.
Destination-Based Pricing
- Mail sent to certain destinations, such as Alaska and Hawaii, may have higher rates.
- Mail sent to international destinations may have different rates and requirements.
Other Factors Affecting Pricing
- Postage rates may vary depending on the type of mailpiece, such as a postcard or a self-mailer.
- Mailings that require special handling, such as certified mail or return receipt requested, may have higher rates.
- Mailings that are sent to a specific zip code or area may have higher rates due to increased delivery costs.
It's important to note that these rates are subject to change, and you should check with the United States Postal Service (USPS) or a reputable mail service provider for the most up-to-date pricing information.