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January 22, 2026
UPS Residential Surcharge 2026: $6.50 Ground / $7.00 Air
2026 UPS rate: Residential Surcharge is $6.50 per package for UPS Ground services, $7.00 for UPS Air and UPS 3 Day Select, and $6.45 for UPS Standard services. It does not apply to UPS Simple Rate shipments.
Quick answer: UPS Residential Surcharge is a flat per-package fee added to any delivery classified as a private residence rather than a commercial address. In 2026 it costs $6.50 per package on UPS Ground, $7.00 on UPS Air and 3 Day Select, and $6.45 on UPS Standard — reflecting the higher cost per stop on lower-density residential routes.
Related reading: UPS Address Correction and UPS Delivery Area Surcharge.
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