Usps mail delivery times by zip code
The United States Postal Service (USPS) provides estimated delivery times for mail and packages based on the destination ZIP code. Here are some general guidelines on USPS mail delivery times by ZIP code:
First-Class Mail
- Within the same city or metropolitan area: 1-3 business days
- Within the same state: 3-5 business days
- Across state lines: 5-7 business days
- To Alaska and Hawaii: 7-10 business days
- To Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands: 10-14 business days
Priority Mail
- Within the same city or metropolitan area: 1 business day
- Within the same state: 2 business days
- Across state lines: 3 business days
- To Alaska and Hawaii: 4-5 business days
- To Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands: 5-6 business days
Priority Mail Express
- Within the same city or metropolitan area: 1 business day
- Within the same state: 2 business days
- Across state lines: 2-3 business days
- To Alaska and Hawaii: 3-4 business days
- To Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands: 4-5 business days
Zip Code-Specific Delivery Times
Here are some specific delivery times for popular ZIP codes:
- New York City (10001-10292): 1-3 business days for First-Class Mail, 1 business day for Priority Mail
- Los Angeles (90001-90099): 1-3 business days for First-Class Mail, 1 business day for Priority Mail
- Chicago (60601-60699): 1-3 business days for First-Class Mail, 1 business day for Priority Mail
- Houston (77001-77299): 1-3 business days for First-Class Mail, 1 business day for Priority Mail
- Phoenix (85001-85099): 1-3 business days for First-Class Mail, 1 business day for Priority Mail
- Philadelphia (19101-19299): 1-3 business days for First-Class Mail, 1 business day for Priority Mail
- San Antonio (78201-78299): 1-3 business days for First-Class Mail, 1 business day for Priority Mail
- San Diego (92101-92199): 1-3 business days for First-Class Mail, 1 business day for Priority Mail
Please note that these are general guidelines and delivery times may vary depending on various factors, such as weather, holidays, and mail volume. It's always a good idea to check with your local post office or the USPS website for more specific delivery times and estimates.