Postage calculator first class mail
Here is a postage calculator for First Class Mail in the United States:
Weight-Based Pricing
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.55
- Large Envelopes (1 oz or less): $0.55
- Flats (1 oz or less): $1.00
- Cards (1 oz or less): $0.55
Additional Ounces
- Each additional ounce: $0.15
Maximum Weight
- Letters: 3.5 oz
- Large Envelopes: 13 oz
- Flats: 13 oz
- Cards: 3.5 oz
Dimensions
- Length + Girth (perimeter): 22 inches
Special Handling
- Priority Mail Express: $25.50 (1-day delivery)
- Signature Confirmation: $3.45 (optional)
- Certified Mail: $3.45 (optional)
Calculate Your Postage
To calculate the postage for your First Class Mail item, follow these steps:
- Determine the weight of your item in ounces.
- Check the maximum weight limit for your item type (letters, large envelopes, flats, or cards).
- If your item weighs more than the maximum weight limit, calculate the additional postage for each additional ounce.
- Add any special handling fees (Priority Mail Express, Signature Confirmation, or Certified Mail).
- Use the postage calculator below to determine the total postage cost.
Postage Calculator
- Weight (oz): _____
- Item Type: _____ (letters, large envelopes, flats, or cards)
- Additional Ounces: _____ (if applicable)
- Special Handling Fees: _____ (if applicable)
- Total Postage: $ _____
Note: This calculator is for informational purposes only and is subject to change. For the most up-to-date pricing information, please visit the USPS website or consult with a postal service representative.