United States Package Dimensional Weight
Compute the DIM weight of a package in the United States and which weight a carrier will bill on.
About United States Package Dimensional Weight
DIM weight = length × width × height ÷ divisor. Carriers charge the greater of actual and dimensional weight for low-density parcels.
Formula
DIM
DIM = L × W × H ÷ divisor
Carrier divisors change; verify the current rule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which divisor should I use?
UPS and FedEx ground use 139; USPS Priority uses 166. International and DHL rates differ.
How accurate is this estimate?
Rates are approximate reference values. Local rates, exemptions and rules can differ, so treat the output as a planning figure only.
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United States specifics
- Currency
- $ USDUS Dollar
- Region
- North America
- Country code
- US
- Amounts look like
- $1,234,567.89
- Dates look like
- Mar 9, 2026
- Units
- imperialWeek starts Sunday
In United States, imperial units are in everyday use.
Results on this page are expressed in USD (US Dollar). Figures are estimates for general planning — confirm current rates and thresholds with the relevant United States authority before relying on them.
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