Business mail postage
The cost of mailing business correspondence can add up quickly! Here's a breakdown of the typical postage rates for common business mail types:
First-Class Mail
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.55 (as of January 2022)
- Large Envelopes (1 oz or less): $0.92 (as of January 2022)
- Flats (1 oz or less): $1.20 (as of January 2022)
Priority Mail
- Small Flat Rate Envelope: $7.95 (as of January 2022)
- Medium Flat Rate Envelope: $13.75 (as of January 2022)
- Large Flat Rate Envelope: $19.95 (as of January 2022)
- Regional Rate Box A (up to 15 lbs): $14.35 (as of January 2022)
- Regional Rate Box B (up to 20 lbs): $19.35 (as of January 2022)
Priority Mail Express
- Small Flat Rate Envelope: $26.35 (as of January 2022)
- Medium Flat Rate Envelope: $34.35 (as of January 2022)
- Large Flat Rate Envelope: $44.35 (as of January 2022)
- Regional Rate Box A (up to 15 lbs): $44.35 (as of January 2022)
- Regional Rate Box B (up to 20 lbs): $54.35 (as of January 2022)
International Mail
- First-Class Mail International (1 oz or less): $1.20 (as of January 2022)
- Priority Mail International (1 oz or less): $24.95 (as of January 2022)
- Priority Mail Express International (1 oz or less): $44.95 (as of January 2022)
Tips to Save on Business Mail Postage
- Use digital communication: Consider emailing documents instead of printing and mailing them.
- Use online postage services: Services like Stamps.com or Endicia can help you print postage at home and save time.
- Choose the right mail class: Select the most cost-effective mail class for your specific needs.
- Use flat rate envelopes: Flat rate envelopes can be a cost-effective option for sending small packages.
- Consolidate mail: Combine multiple pieces of mail into a single envelope or package to reduce postage costs.
- Use free postage services: Some services, like USPS's Click-N-Ship, offer free postage for online orders.
Remember to always check the USPS website for the most up-to-date postage rates and services.