Postage Rates

It’s that time of the year again!  The U.S. Postal Service has proposed new shipping rates for select mail classes to be implemented on Sunday, January 22, 2017, if approved by the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC). Here are some highlights of the 2017 postage rate increase for Commercial Base pricing (online postage rates): DOMESTIC SHIPPING Priority […]

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has proposed new pricing for its Mailing Services to the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC).  If approved by the PRC, these price updates will go into effect in January 2017. Note:  This proposal DOES NOT include Shipping Services (First Class Package Service, Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express).  2017 rates […]

If you haven’t already done so, mark your calendar for August 28, 2016, which is when the United States Postal Service® is implementing a handful of changes.  If you have questions, we have answers. First-Class Mail Parcel Retail Rates Are Rising What’s changing? The Retail (Post Office) rate for First-Class Mail® Parcel packages weighing 1-3 […]

Stamps.com’s Free USPS Priority Mail Rate Comparison Guide has been updated to include 2016 rates! This guide features an easy-to-use grid that allows shippers to determine rates for Priority Mail packages by zone. Shippers no longer need to guess which Priority Mail product is the most cost effective for their packages.  Using the grid in this guide, you […]

What is Media Mail? Media Mail is a cost-effective way to send media materials through the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). You can send books, videotapes, DVDs, CDs, printed music and other sound recordings through Media Mail as long as they weigh less than 70 pounds. What is the Estimated Delivery Time for Media Mail? It […]

For the second time in 2016, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) will be changing its rates on April 10th, 2016.  The good news is that this time rates are decreasing for USPS Mailing Services products.  What Are The Changes? Here is a summary of the April 2016 postage rate updates: – First Class Mail Letters (1 oz.) rates will […]

Here are some Frequently Asked Questions on the April 2016 USPS Postage Rate Decrease: When did the lower postage rates go into effect? The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) implemented the new postage rates on Sunday, April 10, 2016. What mail classes are being impacted by this rate change? The table below provides a quick summary […]

What is Parcel Select Ground? Parcel Select Ground is a ground delivery service from the USPS typically used by large- and medium-sized shippers. The service includes free USPS Tracking and shipping rates are determined by distance, package weight and dimensions of the mailpiece.  The maximum allowable package weight for Parcel Select is 70 lbs. Parcel Select […]

Frequently Asked Questions about the 2016 USPS Postage Rate Increase LETTER MAILING When did the new USPS postage rates go into effect? The USPS implemented the 2016 rates on Sunday, January 17, 2016.  All postage printed after this time must include the correct 2016 rate. Has Stamps.com been updated with the new rates? Yes, Stamps.com’s […]

What is First Class Package International Service? First Class Package International Service is the USPS’ most affordable international service for the delivery of small packages to over 190 countries. The maximum weight for this mail class is four pounds, and delivery time varies by destination. Does USPS Tracking come with First Class Package International Service? Yes, […]

First Class Package Service is a fast, affordable delivery service for packages weighing up to 15.99 ounces. This mail class offers 1 to 3 day delivery within the U.S. and includes free USPS Tracking. Changes to First Class Package Service in 2016 Maximum Package Weight Increased to 15.99 Ounces USPS has introduced a new maximum weight […]

With the 2016 USPS rate increase going into effect on Sunday, January 17, 2016, all postage printed via Stamps.com will now reflect the new 2016 USPS rates. No action is required of customers. Stamps.com mailing and shipping solutions are designed to reflect real-time USPS pricing and will transition to the new rates in real time, […]

The U.S. Postal Service has proposed a postage rate increase for select mail classes and services in 2016, pending approval from the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC).  If approved by the PRC, the new postage rates will start on Sunday, January 17, 2016.  Below are some highlights on the upcoming rate changes: Priority Mail Express The Priority Mail […]

In January 2014, the USPS introduced a special Metered Mail category for First Class Mail letters with postage printed using Online Postage (such as Stamps.com) or a postage meter.  This category was introduced to encourage the use of Metered Mail by small businesses.  Metered Mail costs the USPS significantly less compared to letters with regular postage stamps.  Not only […]

The USPS is implementing the 2015 Postage Rate Increase on Sunday, May 31st.  Check out Stamps.com’s 2015 USPS Postage Rate Increase Guide to understand what the changes are and how your mailing and shipping processes may be impacted. The FREE downloadable PDF Guide includes details on the USPS rate changes for each mail class – both […]

After rejecting the U.S. Postal Service’s proposal to increase postage rates twice before, the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) has approved a rate increase for 2015. New postage rates will start on Sunday, May 31. While rates are increasing in some mail classes, the U.S. Postal Service’s most popular products ARE NOT INCREASING. Rates for First Class […]

The U.S. Postal Service announced that it will delay the postage rate increase and service classification changes that were scheduled to start on Sunday, April 26, 2015. The decision to delay the 2015 rate increase was motivated by the fact the Postal Regulatory Commission had not approved all of the proposed 2015 rates changes submitted […]

IMPORTANT UPDATE!  On March 27, the USPS announced they will delay the implementation of the 2015 rate increase and classification changes scheduled to start on Sunday, April 26, 2015. USPS rates WILL NOT be changing on April 26, 2015.   The U.S. Postal Service has announced a postage rate increase for select mail classes and services for 2015. […]

USPS Will Not Increase Postage Rates in January 2015 Great news mailers and shippers! The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) recently announced there will be no changes to mailing and shipping rates in January 2015. This means the cost to send a one ounce First Class Letter will remain $0.49 ($0.48 if you print postage online and […]

On July 1, the U.S. Postal Service submitted a proposal to the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) to reduce prices for Priority Mail. If approved, the reduced rates would go into effect on September 7, 2014. The pricing reductions would only apply to Commercial Base rates (online postage) and Commercial Plus rates. The price reductions focus on […]