USPS, FEDEX, UPS RATE HIKES HIT IN JANUARY

Posted on January 7, 2026 by mailomg in MeMO 846 // 0 Comments

The new year brings new mailing and shipping rates, so buckle up and be prepared to spend more:

USPS: There are no rate hikes for First-Class Mail or Marketing Mail, but shipping rates do go up in January. The change would raise prices approximately 6.6 percent for Priority Mail service, 5.1 percent for Priority Mail Express service, 7.8 percent for USPS Ground Advantage and 6.0 percent for Parcel Select … (click to read more)

FEDEX: FedEx is implementing a 5.9% general rate increase for 2026, similar to previous years, along with higher surcharges for additional handling and oversized packages. Changes to assessment criteria for surcharges may lead to increased shipping costs beyond the base rate hike … (click for rate chart)

UPS: UPS is implementing a 5.9% average rate increase for 2026, which affects ground, air, and international shipments. Additionally, many surcharges are rising by 6-7%, with some specific fees increasing even more significantly … (click for rate chart)

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