First Class Postcards

How to design a first class postcard—consider these layouts (for the mail panel side)

Most room for your message
Best positioning for your message
Getting the lowest automation rate for a postcard

A mailing that includes at least 500 automation compatible post cards qualifies for automation rates that average $0.25 if the postcard is within the USPS “card” dimensions. These are attractive postage rates compared to the average $0.38 cost for a larger “letter-sized” postcard. And, first-class gets your message out quickly—between one to three days across the US.

3.5″ x 5″ minimum postcard; click to enlarge

4.25″ x 5.5″ standard postcard; click to enlarge

4.25″ x6″ maximum postcard; click to enlarge

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Anne L. Hamilton, CFRE
Director of Development, New Hampshire Historical Society

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Andrea E. Seaton VP, Planning & Development, Grace Cottage Hospital

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