Postal rate information
Welcome to the USPS Postage Rates Resource Hub
Throughout the year, the United States Postal Service (USPS®) files its mailing and shipping rate changes to the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC). These changes affect everything from first-class stamps, to metered mail, package, and special mailing services. Our Postage Rate Hub captures current USPS® postal rates and price adjustments to help you keep up with current postage prices.
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2023 USPS® Rate Guide
USPS Mailing & Shipping Rates
New mailing and shipping postage rates for the USPS® have been approved.
New USPS mailing and shipping rates took effect on July 9, 2023. The NEW USPS postal rates affect First-Class stamps, metered mail rates, and Certified Mail. See a list of current prices for each below.
What are USPS current postage rates? (as of July 2023)
2023 First-Class Mail® Postage Rates
| Product | Stamped | Metered | Savings per letter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letters - up to 1 oz. | $0.66 | $0.63 | $0.03 |
| Letters - Additional ounces | $0.24 | $0.24 | |
| Large Envelope (Flat) - 1 oz. | $1.35 | $1.35 | |
| Domestic postcards | $0.51 | $0.51 |
For a more comprehensive list of postage rates of USPS mail classes and services, download our handy 2023 Postage Rate Guide.
If your company is still using stamps to send business mail, now is the perfect time to explore ways to offset the cost of these rate increases. Right now you'll save 5% on every letter you mail, and you can only get that discount with a meter!
Check out our postage meters and reach out to a mail expert with any questions.
[ON-DEMAND WEBINAR] USPS® rate change: Unpacking the changes coming July 2023
Watch as we break down the upcoming postal rate changes, new fees, and some big shifts from the USPS®. Get insights, useful tips, and even learn a few hacks to help you navigate these changes with confidence.
IMI Compliance Alert
Don’t forget all postage meters and mailing systems must be IMI Compliant and registered with the USPS by December 2024. Don’t delay if you are using soon to be outdated IBI indicia technology. To become IMI compliant, you will need to acquire a postage meter that is able to send and receive data from USPS®. This change will also ensure your company’s mail system will be able to receive automatic updates such as rate changes. All Quadient postage meters and mailing systems are IMI compliant and have been approved by the USPS and are ready to go. Read more here in our blog.
Now is the perfect time to explore how you can offset the price hikes from these rate increases. If your company still uses stamps to send business mail or purchases postage directly from the post office, you can save 3 cents on every letter and get other discounts and benefits by using a meter!
Get a 5% discount on every letter with a Quadient meter. Using a meter offers so many benefits:
- Get automatic rate updates so you always have access to the most current postal rates.
- Eliminate the risk of overpay or underpaying for postage
- Save money with commercial-base pricing
Check out our postage meters and reach out to a mail expert with any questions.
New package service: USPS Ground Advantage
As a part of the July 2023 rate change, The USPS introduced a new package service called USPS Ground Advantage. USPS Ground Advantage is an affordable and reliable way to ground ship packages up to 70 lbs.
This service replaces USPS Retail Ground. USPS Parcel Select Ground, and USPS First-Class Package Service, First class package return, and ground returns.
USPS Ground Advantage Features
- Packages delivered in 2-5 business days across the continental United States.
- Free package pickup service at home or in-office.
- Commerical and retail prices available
- Free packaging
- Business customers can use USPS Ground Advantage return service as a convenient option for customers who need to send items back.
- $100 insurance included on USPS Ground Advantage and USPS Ground Advantage Return packages. Customers can purchase up to $5,000 in additional coverage.
This is the primary option for sending hazardous materials (HAZMAT) that can’t go by air.
The USPS has announced a transition period through September 30, 2023. Legacy products that are merging into Ground Advantage will continue to be processed/delivered until that time.
USPS Ground Advantage (formerly First-Class Package Service)
| Size | Post Office | Quadient | Savings with Quadient |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - 4 oz. | $4.75 and up | $3.59 and up | $1.16 and up |
| 5 - 8 oz. | $5.40 and up | $3.99 and up |
$1.41 and up |
| 9 - 12 oz. | $6.15 and up | $4.62 and up | $1.53 and up |
| 13 oz. | $7.60 and up | $5.93 and up | $1.67 and up |
Certified Mail®
Don't forget: You can reduce the impact on your business by using an online solution like ConnectSuite e-Certify. With e-Certify, you will use an electronic Return Receipt and save $1.28 on every Certified Mail® piece. You'll not only save 38% on the cost of Certified Mail, but you'll also save valuable time and resources.
Breaking it down, it will cost $8.56 to send a First-Class Letter as Certified Mail with a hard copy Return Receipt:
- $0.66 for the Postage
- $4.35 for Certified Mail fee
- $3.55 for Return Receipt Hard Copy
| Product | July 2023 |
|---|---|
| Certified Mail Fee |
$4.35 |
| Return Receipt - Hard Copy | $3.55 |
| Return Receipt - Electronic | $2.20 |
| Signature Confirmation® | $11.45 |
Priority Mail® Flat Mail Rate
During the seasonal competitive pricing increases, one of the best ways to help your business save is rate shopping. You can rate shop, compare pricing and get discounts all year long with shipping software. In fact, you can save 32% on Priority Mail costs and save 17% on Priority Mail Express!
| Size | Post Office | Quadient | Savings with Quadient |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Flat Rate Envelope | $9.65 | $8.05 | $1.60 |
|
Legal Flat Rate Envelope |
$9.95 | $8.35 | $1.60 |
| Padded Flat Rate Envelope | $10.40 | $8.80 | $1.60 |
| Small Flat Rate Boxes | $10.20 | $8.55 | $1.65 |
| Regular Flat Rate Boxes | $17.10 | $14.75 | $2.35 |
| Large Flat Rate Boxes | $22.80 | $19.90 | $2.90 |
| APO/FPO/DPO Large Flat Rate Boxes | $21.20 | $18.35 | $2.85 |
Priority Mail Express® Flat Mail Rate
| Size | Post Office | Quadient | Savings with Quadient |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat Rate Envelope | $28.75 | $24.90 | $3.85 |
| Legal Flat Rate Envelope | $28.95 | $24.90 | $4.05 |
| Padded Flat Rate Envelope | $29.45 | $25.35 | $4.10 |
If your small business uses stamps or purchases postage directly at the Post Office, you could take advantage of the 5% meter discount with a Quadient meter.
The complete USPS filings with the updated prices are available on the USPS Postal Explorer website. If you want to keep up with any updates regarding the rate change event, you can check out our Mailing and Shipping Blog. To receive alerts and keep up with updates regarding USPS postage rate changes, increases, mailing tips and trends subscribe to our Quadient Connections newsletter.
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