Average ground shipping in New Hampshire (NH) costs $5.30/lb, 1.8% above the national average. Shipping volume rank: #44 of 51.
Avg Ground Cost
$5.30
per lb
vs National Avg
+1.8%
$5.21/lb avg
Volume Rank
#44
of 51
Shipping Hubs
2
major cities
Manchester
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Nashua
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
USPS
Full service across New Hampshire. 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 New Hampshire. UPS Ground typically 1-5 business days for domestic. Strong commercial and business shipping presence.
FedEx
Full Express and Ground service in New Hampshire. FedEx Ground 1-5 days, Express overnight available. SmartPost for lightweight ecommerce.
New Hampshire has 1 port of entry handling international shipments, containerized cargo, and cross-border freight.
New Hampshire has lower shipping volume relative to major logistics states. This can mean slightly higher per-unit costs and fewer same-day pickup windows in rural areas. However, all three major carriers still provide full coverage, and rates from Manchester are competitive for standard ground service.
For international shipments originating from New Hampshire, goods can be exported through Port of Portsmouth. Compare international rates using our shipping calculator.
The average ground shipping cost in New Hampshire is $5.30 per pound, which is 1.8% above the national average of $5.21/lb. Actual rates depend on package dimensions, carrier, distance, and service level.
The major shipping hubs in New Hampshire are Manchester, Nashua. These cities serve as key distribution and logistics centers for USPS, UPS, and FedEx operations in the state.
All major carriers operate in New Hampshire: USPS, UPS, FedEx. Each carrier has distribution centers and drop-off locations across Manchester and other major cities.
New Hampshire has 1 port of entry: Port of Portsmouth. These handle international imports including containerized cargo, air freight, and cross-border ground shipments.
New Hampshire ranks #44 out of 51 (50 states + DC) for total shipping volume. Lower volume can mean slightly higher per-unit shipping costs due to less dense carrier routes.
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