Average ground shipping in Louisiana (LA) costs $4.90/lb, 5.9% below the national average. Shipping volume rank: #19 of 51.
Avg Ground Cost
$4.90
per lb
vs National Avg
-5.9%
$5.21/lb avg
Volume Rank
#19
of 51
Shipping Hubs
3
major cities
New Orleans
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Baton Rouge
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Shreveport
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
USPS
Full service across Louisiana. 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 Louisiana. UPS Ground typically 1-5 business days for domestic. Strong commercial and business shipping presence.
FedEx
Full Express and Ground service in Louisiana. FedEx Ground 1-5 days, Express overnight available. SmartPost for lightweight ecommerce.
Louisiana has 3 ports of entry handling international shipments, containerized cargo, and cross-border freight.
Louisiana has moderate shipping volume with solid carrier infrastructure. Rates are close to national averages, and all major carriers maintain full service networks. Businesses in New Orleans benefit from proximity to regional distribution centers.
For international shipments originating from Louisiana, goods can be exported through Port of New Orleans. Compare international rates using our shipping calculator.
The average ground shipping cost in Louisiana is $4.90 per pound, which is 5.9% below the national average of $5.21/lb. Actual rates depend on package dimensions, carrier, distance, and service level.
The major shipping hubs in Louisiana are New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport. These cities serve as key distribution and logistics centers for USPS, UPS, and FedEx operations in the state.
All major carriers operate in Louisiana: USPS, UPS, FedEx. Each carrier has distribution centers and drop-off locations across New Orleans and other major cities.
Louisiana has 3 ports of entry: Port of New Orleans, Port of South Louisiana, Port of Baton Rouge. These handle international imports including containerized cargo, air freight, and cross-border ground shipments.
Louisiana ranks #19 out of 51 (50 states + DC) for total shipping volume. It has moderate shipping infrastructure with good carrier coverage.
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Data verified · Source: Published carrier rate cards + USPS, UPS, FedEx zone pricing