Media mail rates usps

Media Mail is a cost-effective shipping service offered by the United States Postal Service (USPS) for sending books, CDs, DVDs, and other media items. Here are the current Media Mail rates for USPS:

Media Mail Rates (effective January 2022)

• Weight: 1 lb (0.45 kg) to 1 lb 1 oz (0.45 kg to 0.03 kg)
  • $3.44
• Weight: 1 lb 1 oz (0.45 kg to 0.03 kg) to 2 lbs (0.91 kg)
  • $4.44
• Weight: 2 lbs (0.91 kg) to 3 lbs (1.36 kg)
  • $5.44
• Weight: 3 lbs (1.36 kg) to 4 lbs (1.81 kg)
  • $6.44
• Weight: 4 lbs (1.81 kg) to 5 lbs (2.27 kg)
  • $7.44
• Weight: 5 lbs (2.27 kg) to 10 lbs (4.54 kg)
  • $8.44
• Weight: 10 lbs (4.54 kg) to 20 lbs (9.07 kg)
  • $10.44
• Weight: 20 lbs (9.07 kg) to 30 lbs (13.61 kg)
  • $12.44
• Weight: 30 lbs (13.61 kg) to 40 lbs (18.14 kg)
  • $14.44
• Weight: 40 lbs (18.14 kg) to 50 lbs (22.68 kg)
  • $16.44

Additional Fees

• Fuel Surcharge: 5.5% of the total postage
• Insurance: $0.05 to $5.00, depending on the value of the item
• Signature Confirmation: $2.75 to $3.75, depending on the weight of the item

Media Mail Eligibility

To qualify for Media Mail rates, your package must contain only media items, such as:

• Books (hardcover and paperback)
• CDs and DVDs
• Vinyl records
• Tapes (audio and video)
• Video games
• Software (CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and floppy disk)

Your package must also meet the following requirements:

• Weigh less than 70 lbs (31.8 kg)
• Measure less than 108 inches (274.3 cm) in length and girth combined
• Contain only media items, with no other items or merchandise

Keep in mind that Media Mail rates are subject to change, so it's always a good idea to check the USPS website for the most up-to-date rates and eligibility requirements.