How much does it cost to mail a brown envelope

The cost to mail a brown envelope (also known as a standard letter-sized envelope) in the United States depends on the weight, size, and destination of the envelope. Here are the current rates for First-Class Mail letters and flats:

Domestic Mail (within the United States)

• Weight: 1 oz (standard letter-sized envelope)
  • Postage: $0.55
• Weight: 2 oz (standard letter-sized envelope)
  • Postage: $0.70
• Weight: 3 oz (standard letter-sized envelope)
  • Postage: $0.85

International Mail

• Weight: 1 oz (standard letter-sized envelope)
  • Postage: $1.20 (to Canada), $1.30 (to Mexico), $1.40 (to other countries)
• Weight: 2 oz (standard letter-sized envelope)
  • Postage: $1.45 (to Canada), $1.55 (to Mexico), $1.65 (to other countries)
• Weight: 3 oz (standard letter-sized envelope)
  • Postage: $1.70 (to Canada), $1.80 (to Mexico), $1.90 (to other countries)

Additional Fees

• Extra services (e.g., tracking, insurance, certified mail): $0.50 to $3.00
• Large envelopes (over 6.125 inches long, 11.5 inches high, or 1/4 inch thick): $0.15 to $0.30 more

Note: These rates are subject to change, so it's always a good idea to check the official USPS website or consult with a postal worker for the most up-to-date information.

Keep in mind that these rates apply to standard letter-sized envelopes (up to 6.125 inches long, 11.5 inches high, and 1/4 inch thick). If your envelope is larger or heavier, you may need to use a different type of mail service or pay additional fees.