USPS Hikes Competitive Rates Temporarily Until 2027
Published Date: 8/31/2026
Notice
Summary
The Postal Service is making temporary price changes for its Competitive products from October 4, 2026, to January 17, 2027. This affects anyone using these services, with rates going up and then back down after the set period. The public can share their thoughts by September 4, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
6% Temporary Parcel Rate Hike
From October 4, 2026 through January 17, 2027, the Postal Service raises prices an average of 6% for Domestic Competitive products. The listed services with a 6.0% average increase include Priority Mail Express (retail and commercial), Priority Mail (retail and commercial), USPS Ground Advantage (retail and commercial), and Parcel Select; rates will revert on January 17, 2027.
No Change for Special/International
During the same period, no price changes are being made to Special Services or International Competitive products. Those services remain at current prices while Domestic Competitive products increase from October 4, 2026 to January 17, 2027.
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