Average ground shipping in Kentucky (KY) costs $4.60/lb, 11.7% below the national average. Shipping volume rank: #9 of 51.
Avg Ground Cost
$4.60
per lb
vs National Avg
-11.7%
$5.21/lb avg
Volume Rank
#9
of 51
Shipping Hubs
3
major cities
Louisville
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Lexington
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Covington
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
USPS
Full service across Kentucky. Best for lightweight packages under 1 lb. Priority Mail and First-Class options available at all post offices.
UPS
Full ground and air network in Kentucky. UPS Ground typically 1-5 business days for domestic. Strong commercial and business shipping presence.
FedEx
Full Express and Ground service in Kentucky. FedEx Ground 1-5 days, Express overnight available. SmartPost for lightweight ecommerce.
Kentucky has 1 port of entry handling international shipments, containerized cargo, and cross-border freight.
Kentucky is one of the top 10 shipping states by volume, which means dense carrier networks, frequent pickup schedules, and generally competitive rates. High-volume lanes like Louisville to major metros typically get the best negotiated rates from all three major carriers.
For international shipments originating from Kentucky, goods can be exported through Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (UPS Worldport). Compare international rates using our shipping calculator.
The average ground shipping cost in Kentucky is $4.60 per pound, which is 11.7% below the national average of $5.21/lb. Actual rates depend on package dimensions, carrier, distance, and service level.
The major shipping hubs in Kentucky are Louisville, Lexington, Covington. These cities serve as key distribution and logistics centers for USPS, UPS, and FedEx operations in the state.
All major carriers operate in Kentucky: USPS, UPS, FedEx. Each carrier has distribution centers and drop-off locations across Louisville and other major cities.
Kentucky has 1 port of entry: Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (UPS Worldport). These handle international imports including containerized cargo, air freight, and cross-border ground shipments.
Kentucky ranks #9 out of 51 (50 states + DC) for total shipping volume. As a top-10 shipping state, it benefits from dense carrier networks and competitive rates.
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