Usps bulk mail rates
The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers discounted rates for bulk mail, also known as bulk mail rates or bulk postage rates. These rates are available for mailers who send large volumes of mail, typically 200 or more pieces, to a single address or a small group of addresses.
Here are the current USPS bulk mail rates for some common types of mail:
First-Class Mail
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.355 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
- Flats (1 oz or less): $0.355 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
- Parcels (1 oz or less): $3.50 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
Standard Mail
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.245 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
- Flats (1 oz or less): $0.245 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
- Parcels (1 oz or less): $2.50 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
Periodicals
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.245 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
- Flats (1 oz or less): $0.245 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
Marketing Mail
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.245 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
- Flats (1 oz or less): $0.245 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
- Parcels (1 oz or less): $2.50 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
Non-Profit Mail
- Letters (1 oz or less): $0.245 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
- Flats (1 oz or less): $0.245 per piece (minimum 200 pieces)
Other Discounts
- Presort discounts: 2-5% off the bulk rate for mailers who sort their mail to USPS standards
- Automation discounts: 2-5% off the bulk rate for mailers who use automated processing equipment
- Destination-based discounts: 2-5% off the bulk rate for mailers who send mail to specific zip codes or regions
Keep in mind that these rates are subject to change, and you should always check the USPS website or consult with a USPS representative for the most up-to-date information. Additionally, you may need to meet specific requirements, such as using a specific type of mailpiece or adhering to specific formatting guidelines, to qualify for bulk mail rates.