Average ground shipping in Missouri (MO) costs $4.70/lb, 9.8% below the national average. Shipping volume rank: #13 of 51.
Avg Ground Cost
$4.70
per lb
vs National Avg
-9.8%
$5.21/lb avg
Volume Rank
#13
of 51
Shipping Hubs
3
major cities
Kansas City
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
St. Louis
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Springfield
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
USPS
Full service across Missouri. 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 Missouri. UPS Ground typically 1-5 business days for domestic. Strong commercial and business shipping presence.
FedEx
Full Express and Ground service in Missouri. FedEx Ground 1-5 days, Express overnight available. SmartPost for lightweight ecommerce.
Missouri has 1 port of entry handling international shipments, containerized cargo, and cross-border freight.
Missouri has moderate shipping volume with solid carrier infrastructure. Rates are close to national averages, and all major carriers maintain full service networks. Businesses in Kansas City benefit from proximity to regional distribution centers.
For international shipments originating from Missouri, goods can be exported through Port of St. Louis. Compare international rates using our shipping calculator.
The average ground shipping cost in Missouri is $4.70 per pound, which is 9.8% below the national average of $5.21/lb. Actual rates depend on package dimensions, carrier, distance, and service level.
The major shipping hubs in Missouri are Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield. These cities serve as key distribution and logistics centers for USPS, UPS, and FedEx operations in the state.
All major carriers operate in Missouri: USPS, UPS, FedEx. Each carrier has distribution centers and drop-off locations across Kansas City and other major cities.
Missouri has 1 port of entry: Port of St. Louis. These handle international imports including containerized cargo, air freight, and cross-border ground shipments.
Missouri ranks #13 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