Mailing costs for letters

The cost of mailing a letter in the United States depends on the weight and size of the letter, as well as the destination. Here are the current rates for mailing a letter in the United States:

First-Class Mail

• Letters weighing up to 1 ounce: $0.55
• Letters weighing 1 ounce to 2 ounces: $0.70
• Letters weighing 2 ounces to 3 ounces: $0.85
• Letters weighing 3 ounces to 3.5 ounces: $1.00

Priority Mail

• Flat Rate Envelope (up to 70 lbs): $7.50
• Regional Rate Box A (up to 15 lbs): $14.35
• Regional Rate Box B (up to 20 lbs): $19.35
• Regional Rate Box C (up to 20 lbs): $24.35

International Mail

• First-Class Mail International: $1.20 (up to 1 oz), $2.29 (up to 2 oz), $3.38 (up to 3 oz)
• Priority Mail International: $24.95 (up to 1 lb), $34.95 (up to 2 lbs), $44.95 (up to 3 lbs)

Additional Fees

• Extra postage for oversized or irregularly shaped letters: $0.15 to $0.30
• Extra postage for letters sent to Alaska or Hawaii: $0.15 to $0.30
• Extra postage for letters sent to U.S. territories: $0.15 to $0.30

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

It's also worth noting that you can use online postage services like Stamps.com or Endicia to print your postage and track your packages, which can be more convenient and cost-effective than buying stamps at a post office.