Average ground shipping in South Carolina (SC) costs $4.80/lb, 7.8% below the national average. Shipping volume rank: #22 of 51.
Avg Ground Cost
$4.80
per lb
vs National Avg
-7.8%
$5.21/lb avg
Volume Rank
#22
of 51
Shipping Hubs
3
major cities
Charleston
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Columbia
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
Greenville
USPS, UPS, FedEx distribution center
USPS
Full service across South Carolina. 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 South Carolina. UPS Ground typically 1-5 business days for domestic. Strong commercial and business shipping presence.
FedEx
Full Express and Ground service in South Carolina. FedEx Ground 1-5 days, Express overnight available. SmartPost for lightweight ecommerce.
South Carolina has 1 port of entry handling international shipments, containerized cargo, and cross-border freight.
South Carolina has moderate shipping volume with solid carrier infrastructure. Rates are close to national averages, and all major carriers maintain full service networks. Businesses in Charleston benefit from proximity to regional distribution centers.
For international shipments originating from South Carolina, goods can be exported through Port of Charleston. Compare international rates using our shipping calculator.
The average ground shipping cost in South Carolina is $4.80 per pound, which is 7.8% below the national average of $5.21/lb. Actual rates depend on package dimensions, carrier, distance, and service level.
The major shipping hubs in South Carolina are Charleston, Columbia, Greenville. These cities serve as key distribution and logistics centers for USPS, UPS, and FedEx operations in the state.
All major carriers operate in South Carolina: USPS, UPS, FedEx. Each carrier has distribution centers and drop-off locations across Charleston and other major cities.
South Carolina has 1 port of entry: Port of Charleston. These handle international imports including containerized cargo, air freight, and cross-border ground shipments.
South Carolina ranks #22 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