SHIPPING PRICE INCREASE
You’ll pay more for shipping
On Jan. 18, the price of several postal services increased. On March 25, the USPS announced an additional 8 percent increase in shipping prices to offset rising transportation costs. The temporary increase will be in effect April 26 through Jan. 17, 2027.
- Priority Mail prices rose by 6.6 percent on average. With this option, packages typically arrive in two to three business days. Prices start at $10.20 for packages that weigh 1 pound or less but will start at $11 with the temporary 8 percent increase. The price hikes apply to packages weighing 2 pounds or more.
- Priority Mail Express prices increased by 5.1 percent. Prices now start at $33 for this speedier shipping service, which provides delivery in one to three days and includes a money-back guarantee. With the temporary 8 percent increase, prices will start at $35.65
- USPS Ground Advantage prices jumped 7.8 percent. Ground Advantage delivery, which takes two to five business days, now starts at $7.30. The 8 percent increase will bring the starting rate to $7.90.