National Zone Charts Matrix

The National Zone Charts Matrix was developed to assist mailers in applying the proper postage rates to a mailpiece. Postage rates for zoned mail are based on mailpiece weight and the distance the mailpiece travels using these zone assignments.

 

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Who is National Zone Charts Matrix for?

The National Zone Charts Matrix assists mailers in determining the distance that a mailpiece travels based on the ZIP Code™ where the mailpiece enters the mailstream (origination) and the ZIP Code that will deliver the mailpiece to the addressee (destination).

First Class Mail

First Class Mail

Parcels

Parcels

Periodicals

Periodicals

Standard Mail

Standard Mail

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Description

What is the National Zone Charts Matrix?

National Zone Charts Matrix is used to assist mailers in determining the distance that a mailpiece travels based on the ZIP Code where the mailpiece enters the mailstream (origination) and the ZIP Code where the mailpiece is delivered to the addressee (destination). Postage rates for certain classes of mail are based on mailpiece weight as well as the distance the mailpiece travels. Please note, the matrix does not contain postage rates, only zone information.

Featured Resources

Presentations
01/01/2014
Zone Chart Exceptions Presentation for Zone 9

This presentation is about Zone 9 and 5-Digit ZIP Code Exceptions.

Tech Guides
07/09/2023
Zone Charts Matrix Technical Guide (Effective - July 2023)

This guide details technical information about the National Zone Charts Matrix.

Applications/ Forms
01/21/2024
Zone Charts Order Form

This order form is used to subscribe to the National Zone Charts Matrix & Labeling Lists Products.

Contact

 

For more information about National Zone Charts, please contact Address Improvement and Administrative Support at 800-238-3150 Call: 800-238-3150 or labellist.ncsc@usps.gov.