Etsy Shipping Calculator

Compare shipping rates across USPS, UPS, and FedEx for your Etsy orders. Find the cheapest carrier and set accurate shipping prices.

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How to Use This Calculator

Compare shipping rates across carriers to find the best option for your Etsy orders:

  1. Enter package dimensions (length, width, height) in inches.
  2. Input the package weight in pounds and ounces.
  3. Enter origin and destination ZIP codes.
  4. Click 'Calculate' to compare rates across USPS, UPS, and FedEx.

Why This Matters

Shipping costs can make or break your Etsy margins. Charge too little and you lose money on every sale; charge too much and buyers abandon their carts. Different carriers have different strengths - USPS is often cheapest for small, light items, while UPS and FedEx may be better for heavier packages. Comparing rates ensures you offer competitive shipping while protecting your profits.

  • Compare rates across USPS, UPS, and FedEx instantly
  • Find the cheapest option for each package size and destination
  • Set accurate shipping prices that don't eat into profits
  • Identify when flat-rate options make sense
  • Factor shipping costs into product pricing decisions

Worked Examples

Small Jewelry Item

Shipping a 4oz padded envelope (6×9×1) from California to New York.

Calculation: USPS First Class: ~$4.50 | USPS Priority Flat Rate: ~$9.50
Result: First Class wins for small, light items - save $5 per shipment.

Medium Craft Item

12×10×4 inch box weighing 2 lbs, shipping coast to coast.

Calculation: USPS Priority: ~$15 | UPS Ground: ~$13 | Priority Flat Rate Medium: ~$16
Result: UPS Ground is cheapest but slower. Balance cost vs delivery speed.

Heavy Item

16×12×8 inch box weighing 8 lbs, shipping 500 miles.

Calculation: UPS Ground: ~$18 | FedEx Ground: ~$17 | USPS Priority: ~$22
Result: Ground services win for heavier items. Consider carrier pickup for convenience.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Forgetting dimensional weight - large, light packages are charged by size, not weight.
  • Not accounting for packaging weight - boxes and padding add ounces.
  • Using retail rates instead of commercial rates - Etsy Labels offer discounts.
  • Ignoring delivery time differences - Ground is cheaper but takes longer.
  • Setting one flat shipping rate for all items - different products need different rates.

Frequently Asked Questions