The Postal Service has filed its first set of 2026 pricing changes with more potential updates planned throughout the year. While nothing is final until approved by the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC), the early details offer a look at what mailers can expect. Here is a clear breakdown to help you stay informed and plan ahead.
Shipping Price Increases Filed for Jan. 18, 2026
The USPS has proposed increases for several shipping products. These changes apply only to shipping services, not commercial mail categories.
Filed average increases:
- Priority Mail: about 6.6%
- Priority Mail Express: about 5.1%
- Ground Advantage: about 7.8%
- Parcel Select: about 6%
Not included in this filing are First Class Mail, Periodicals, Marketing Mail or Bound Printed Matter. Keep in mind these prices are filed, not approved. Final decisions will come from the Postal Regulatory Commission.
Stay Up to Date With Walsworth
Walsworth will continue monitoring developments and provide updates as soon as new information is available. If you have questions about how these potential changes could affect your upcoming projects, our mailing experts are ready to help.
