Average ground shipping in New Jersey (NJ) costs $4.95/lb, 5.0% below the national average. Shipping volume rank: #4 of 51.
Avg Ground Cost
$4.95
per lb
vs National Avg
-5.0%
$5.21/lb avg
Volume Rank
#4
of 51
Shipping Hubs
4
major cities
Newark
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Jersey City
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Elizabeth
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Edison
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
USPS
Full service across New Jersey. 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 Jersey. UPS Ground typically 1-5 business days for domestic. Strong commercial and business shipping presence.
FedEx
Full Express and Ground service in New Jersey. FedEx Ground 1-5 days, Express overnight available. SmartPost for lightweight ecommerce.
New Jersey has 2 ports of entry handling international shipments, containerized cargo, and cross-border freight.
New Jersey 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 Newark to major metros typically get the best negotiated rates from all three major carriers.
For international shipments originating from New Jersey, goods can be exported through Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal. Compare international rates using our shipping calculator.
The average ground shipping cost in New Jersey is $4.95 per pound, which is 5.0% below the national average of $5.21/lb. Actual rates depend on package dimensions, carrier, distance, and service level.
The major shipping hubs in New Jersey are Newark, Jersey City, Elizabeth, Edison. These cities serve as key distribution and logistics centers for USPS, UPS, and FedEx operations in the state.
All major carriers operate in New Jersey: USPS, UPS, FedEx. Each carrier has distribution centers and drop-off locations across Newark and other major cities.
New Jersey has 2 ports of entry: Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal, Newark Liberty International Airport. These handle international imports including containerized cargo, air freight, and cross-border ground shipments.
New Jersey ranks #4 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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