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USPS Rate Change 1/19/25

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Updated as of 1/22/25

The United States Postal Service (USPS) updates its shipping rates regularly, which can affect your shipping costs. In this blog, we’ll explain the latest USPS rate changes and how we can help you manage them with ease.

What are rate changes?

Carriers like USPS adjust their pricing from time to time to account for factors such as fuel costs, inflation, and operational demands. These rate changes ensure carriers remain competitive and financially sustainable.

January 2025 rate changes

Starting January 19, 2025, the USPS implemented some adjustments to shipping rates. Here’s a quick breakdown:

1. Peak Demand Surcharges are Over: The temporary surcharges applied during the holiday rush will end. 

2. USPS Rate Adjustments on ShipWorks: See how these changes will impact your USPS shipping rates on ShipWorks compared to Commercial Rates:

  • Ground Advantage™: Overall, rates decreased by about 0.5%, with savings of up to $3.03 and discounts of up to 21.3% off Commercial rates. However, some packages under one pound saw a slight increase of about 1.3%.
  • Ground Advantage™ Cubic: Prices dropped by about 1.2%, offering savings of up to $1.69 and discounts of up to 20.5% off Commercial Rates.
  • Priority Mail®: This service had the largest decrease, down about 5.7%, with some rates decreasing as much as $10.50 and discounts of up to 24.6% off Commercial Rates.
  • Priority Mail® Flats Rate: Rates decreased by about 1.7%, with savings of up to $1.30 in some areas and discounts of up to 5.4% off Commercial Rates.
  • Priority Mail Cubic®: Prices went down by about 3.4%, offering savings of up to $4.88 in some areas and discounts of up to 19.1% off Commercial Rates.

3. USPS Rural ZIP Code Changes:

In September 2024, USPS designated a specific list of rural ZIP Codes. The updated list, as of January 19, 2025, now reflects 12 fewer rural ZIP Codes than before, with some being removed and others added. To find out if a specific ZIP Code is affected, contact our support team for help.

4. Retail and Commercial Price Changes: USPS will implement changes to Retail and Commercial shipping rates. 

Here’s how we help

Keeping up with ever-changing shipping rates can be a lot. But don’t worry, we’re here to help! We’re committed to providing you with the latest information on USPS postage rates and help you access savings!

  • We Keep You Informed: Bookmark this blog to stay on top of industry changes.
  • Discounted Rates: Enjoy significant savings on USPS shipping thanks to our partnerships.
  • Industry Expertise: We’ll keep you informed about rate changes, demand surcharges, dynamic pricing, and other shipping trends.
  • Expert Support: Our dedicated support team is available to answer your questions and guide you through any challenges related to USPS rate changes.

By working with ShipWorks, you can navigate USPS rate changes with confidence. Our tools and expertise will help you make informed decisions, avoid unexpected costs, and maintain efficient shipping operations.