Mail postage
Mail postage refers to the cost of sending mail, including letters, packages, and other items through the postal service. The cost of postage varies depending on the type of mail, its weight, size, and destination.
Here are some general guidelines on mail postage rates:
Letters:
- First-Class Mail (1 oz): $0.55 (as of 2022)
- First-Class Mail (2 oz): $0.70
- First-Class Mail (3 oz): $0.85
- First-Class Mail (4 oz): $1.00
Packages:
- Priority Mail (1 lb): $7.50 (as of 2022)
- Priority Mail (2 lbs): $10.50
- Priority Mail (3 lbs): $13.50
- Priority Mail (4 lbs): $16.50
- Priority Mail (5 lbs): $19.50
International Mail:
- First-Class Mail International (1 oz): $1.20 (as of 2022)
- Priority Mail International (1 lb): $24.95
- Priority Mail International (2 lbs): $34.95
- Priority Mail International (3 lbs): $44.95
Other Services:
- Certified Mail: $3.45 (as of 2022)
- Return Receipt: $1.45
- Tracking: $0.50 (optional)
Weight-Based Pricing:
- For packages weighing more than 1 lb, the cost of postage increases based on the weight of the package.
Size-Based Pricing:
- For packages larger than 13 inches long, 11.5 inches wide, and 6 inches high, the cost of postage increases based on the size of the package.
Special Services:
- Insurance: $2.50 (up to $100 coverage) to $5.00 (up to $5,000 coverage)
- Signature Confirmation: $3.45
- Delivery Confirmation: $0.50
Please note that these rates are subject to change, and you should check with your local post office or the USPS website for the most up-to-date information.