How much does it cost to mail a letter?

Pricing starts with a base fee plus per-page printing. Add-ons like color printing, Express delivery, and Certified Mail adjust the final total. The calculator shows the exact estimate before you start checkout.

Does the calculator include postage?

Yes. The estimate includes USPS postage and envelope preparation.

How do I estimate certified mail cost?

Toggle Certified Mail on the calculator. Certified is available with First Class only and adds tracking plus electronic return receipt fees.

Why are billable pages higher than my PDF pages?

First Class estimates can include an inserted address page. Express does not add that page and instead prices directly from your raw PDF page count.

Can I get bulk pricing?

Yes. For large page counts or bulk mailings, contact support@postalform.com for a tailored workflow and pricing.

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Print and mail pricing calculator

Estimate how much it costs to print and mail a letter online. Upload a PDF for the exact page count, or enter page count and mailing options to see your total instantly.

Published Jan 20, 2026 • Updated Mar 30, 2026

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Pages in your PDF

Upload a PDF above to auto-fill this field, or estimate manually here. Max 398 pages for double-sided letters. Express and Certified can be lower.

Print options

Double-sidedReduce sheet count while keeping the page total.Color printingChoose black-and-white for the lowest per-page rate.

Mailing

First Class

Most mail arrives in 3-7 business days.

Express

Expedited delivery in about 1-3 business days.

Certified Mail

Certified Mail with electronic return receipt. Available with First Class only.

Estimated total

$3.40

First Class

B&W • Double-sided

Includes printing, envelope prep, and USPS postage.

Est. delivery Apr 23–28

Base fee$3.00

2 billable pages × $0.20$0.40

Sheets: 1

Billable pages include an address insert page.

Fulfilled via Lob.

Estimates update instantly based on your options. Final totals are confirmed at checkout.

How it works

Step 1

Enter page count

Start with the number of pages in your PDF.

Step 2

Choose options

Select print settings and USPS delivery service levels.

Step 3

Review your total

See an instant estimate that matches checkout pricing.

Pricing examples

Real scenarios using the same pricing engine as the calculator.

1-page B&W letter

$3.40

First Class, double-sided, black-and-white.

1 pages • B&W • Double-sided • First Class • Lob

3-page color packet

$4.60

First Class, single-sided, color printing.

3 pages • Color • Single-sided • First Class • Lob

10-page rush mail

$19.71

Express delivery, double-sided, black-and-white.

10 pages • B&W • Double-sided • Express • No signature • PostalForm Express

Certified letter

$13.60

First Class, double-sided, Certified Mail.

2 pages • B&W • Double-sided • First Class • Certified • Lob

Need bulk pricing?

We can support higher page counts, batch mailings, and API-driven workflows. Email [email protected] for bulk pricing or enterprise support.

What you get

• Instant price estimates based on page count
• Options for color, double-sided, and Certified Mail
• First Class or Express USPS service levels
• Prices include printing, envelopes, and postage

Transparent, checkout-ready pricing

Totals include printing, envelopes, and USPS postage. Certified Mail and Express upgrades are reflected instantly so you know the final price before you send.

What happens to your document

Secure handling

Your PDF is stored securely and used only to print and mail the letter you requested.

Retention and deletion

We keep files only as long as needed for fulfillment, then delete them on a rolling schedule.

Support

Need help or a custom workflow? Email [email protected].

FAQs

How much does it cost to mail a letter?: Pricing starts with a base fee plus per-page printing. Add-ons like color printing, Express delivery, and Certified Mail adjust the final total. The calculator shows the exact estimate before you start checkout.
Does the calculator include postage?: Yes. The estimate includes USPS postage and envelope preparation.
How do I estimate certified mail cost?: Toggle Certified Mail on the calculator. Certified is available with First Class only and adds tracking plus electronic return receipt fees.
Why are billable pages higher than my PDF pages?: First Class estimates can include an inserted address page. Express does not add that page and instead prices directly from your raw PDF page count.
Can I get bulk pricing?: Yes. For large page counts or bulk mailings, contact [email protected] for a tailored workflow and pricing.

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Start by uploading a PDF and we will guide you through printing, postage, and USPS handoff.