2021 USPS Postage Rate Change and Shipping Carrier Updates

USPS issues mailing updates every year, and some can have a profound effect on businesses. Stay up to date on the latest news and updates from the USPS®, UPS®,and FedEx®.
2021 USPS rate change overview
See how the approved postal rate changes will affect your business.
2021 USPS rate change overview

2021 USPS mid-year rate change overview

Quick overview of the 2021 USPS rate changes to popular services
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2021 postage rate guide

Quick reference for the most relevant rate changes
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2021 USPS peak holiday season rate adjustments

The USPS has announced a temporary rate adjustment for the 2021 peak holiday season that would go into effect October 3, 2021.
See what these rate changes mean to you
Select your primary postage method for more information:
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I use stamps

You can automatically save 5¢ on every letter you send.
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I use a meter or online postage

Discover savings available to postage meter and online postage users.
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I ship packages

Find out how to save on package shipping costs.
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I send bulk mail

See how rate changes affect discounts on bulk mailing.

Priority Mail Starter Kit

Priority Mail flat rate packaging from the USPS allows you to send packages up to 70 pounds at a flat postage rate, no scale required.

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Rate change webinars
2021 USPS Mid-Year Rate Change: What You Need to Know
Recorded August 26
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2021 Peak Holiday Shipping Rates: Get informed and Be Prepared
September 29 | 11:00am ET
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Additional resources

COVID-19 update

Carriers are still adjusting their services to respond to current conditions. Get the latest information on how the major shippers are handling this situation as it evolves, including rate and service changes.

DIM weight pricing

Postage rates for your nonstandard parcels may have changed. Use our calculator to see how this could affect you.

2021 office shipping guide

Learn more about DIM weighting and other business shipping topics.

2021 rate change FAQs

Get quick answers to common questions about postal rate changes.

USPS tracking labels

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