Cost of mailing a package usps
The cost of mailing a package with the United States Postal Service (USPS) depends on several factors, including the weight and dimensions of the package, the distance it needs to travel, and the type of service you choose. Here are the general rates for USPS packages:
Priority Mail
- Small Flat Rate Box (up to 70 lbs): $7.50
- Medium Flat Rate Box (up to 130 lbs): $14.35
- Large Flat Rate Box (up to 130 lbs): $19.95
- Regional Rate Box A (up to 70 lbs): $13.15
- Regional Rate Box B (up to 130 lbs): $18.35
Priority Mail Express
- Small Flat Rate Box (up to 70 lbs): $25.50
- Medium Flat Rate Box (up to 130 lbs): $34.35
- Large Flat Rate Box (up to 130 lbs): $44.95
- Regional Rate Box A (up to 70 lbs): $29.15
- Regional Rate Box B (up to 130 lbs): $39.35
First Class Package Service
- Small Flat Rate Box (up to 1 lb): $3.50
- Medium Flat Rate Box (up to 2 lbs): $5.50
- Large Flat Rate Box (up to 3 lbs): $7.50
Parcel Post
- Small Parcel (up to 1 lb): $6.35
- Medium Parcel (up to 2 lbs): $8.35
- Large Parcel (up to 3 lbs): $10.35
Additional Fees
- Insurance: $2.75 to $500 (depending on the value of the package)
- Signature Confirmation: $2.75
- Delivery Confirmation: $0.50
- Fuel Surcharge: 5.5% of the total cost
Weight-Based Rates
- For packages over 1 lb, the cost is based on the weight of the package:
- 1-2 lbs: $6.35 to $8.35
- 2-3 lbs: $8.35 to $10.35
- 3-4 lbs: $10.35 to $12.35
- 4-5 lbs: $12.35 to $14.35
- 5-10 lbs: $14.35 to $18.35
- 10-20 lbs: $18.35 to $22.35
- 20-30 lbs: $22.35 to $26.35
- 30-40 lbs: $26.35 to $30.35
- 40-50 lbs: $30.35 to $34.35
Keep in mind that these rates are subject to change, and you should check the USPS website for the most up-to-date rates and fees. Additionally, you may be able to get discounts for bulk shipping, using a USPS account, or using a shipping carrier like UPS or FedEx.