On January 27nd 2019, the USPS updated metered postage rates. For details about new prices and the savings offered by a using a postage meter, refer to the price tables below.
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2019 Changes to First-Class Mail Metered Postage Rates Weight Not Over (oz.)Stamped LettersMetered LettersSavings1$0.55$0.50$0.052$0.70$0.65$0.053$0.85$0.80$0.053.5$1.00$0.95$0.05For information on the updated Priority Mail 2019 rates, refer to the table below. 2019 Priority Mail Flat Metered Postage Rates Priority Mail Flat RatesItem TypePriceFlat Rate Envelopes (12-1/2' x 9-1/2' or smaller)$6.95Legal Flat Rate Envelope$6.95Padded Flat Rate Envelope$7.25Small Flat Rate Box$7.50Medium Flat Rate Box$12.80Large Flat Rate Box$17.60APO/FPO/DPO Large Flat Rate Box$16.10. Eligible for Postage Meter Quotes? Click your state below to find outUsing your Postage Meter to Save MoneyShape-determined pricing is still in operation, meaning that the format and dimensions of a postal item will impact significantly on its cost.Despite the changes to mailing rates, postage meter provider Pitney Bowes have some useful tips for making the most of your mailing solutions:. Rates are based on each ounce per item so makes economic sense to put as many items as possible into the same envelope.
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Mailing fewer heavier items is less expensive than posting multiple items weighing 1oz each. Therefore you should 'bulk out' letters with inserts, brochures and marketing material, combining multiple elements in one envelope.
Using a postcard in place of a letter is significantly cheaper. This is ideal for reminders, invites, lead generation and notifications, and it reduces your spending on paper. Try exchanging 'flats' for 'folded' and save yourself the fee on each item.