Shipping economics
FedEx Shipping Cost Calculator
FedEx prices like UPS — billable weight via DIM ÷139, zone-based tables, and a fuel surcharge that moves weekly. Ground for economy, Express for speed; the math is the same.
Reviewed by BoringToolsKit · September 1, 2026 · Example rates, editable — not carrier quotes.
How the estimate works
Cost ≈ base rate (billable weight) × zone multiplier × (1 + fuel %) + extras. Express services add a delivery-day premium you can fold into the base rate you enter.
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Estimated cost
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Rate tables below are editable example defaults for modeling, not carrier quotes. Actual prices vary by negotiated rates, surcharges, and season. Confirm final cost with the carrier before shipping.
Example Ground rates (editable)
| Billable weight | Zone 2 | Zone 5 | Zone 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | $10.95 | $12.80 | $15.10 |
| 5 lb | $13.40 | $16.60 | $20.40 |
| 10 lb | $16.60 | $21.10 | $26.50 |
| 20 lb | $22.80 | $29.80 | $38.60 |
Example rates for modeling (vintage 2026); verify on fedex.com.
Formula and assumptions
Same structure as UPS: billable = max(actual, DIM), DIM divisor 139; total = base × zone × (1 + fuel %) + extras. Express premiums vary by service — enter the base rate for your service tier.
FedEx Shipping Cost Calculator questions
FedEx DIM divisor?
139 for daily rates (inches³ per pound). Billable weight is the higher of actual and DIM.
Ground vs Express cost difference?
Express runs roughly 2-4x Ground at the same weight and zone, plus higher fuel surcharge. Model by editing the base rate.
Official quote?
No — modeling tool with editable example rates. Confirm on fedex.com.