Amazon Surpasses USPS in Parcel Deliveries

In a significant shift in the logistics landscape, Amazon has officially surpassed the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to become the largest parcel carrier in the United States. This marks a major milestone for the e-commerce giant and raises further concerns about the financial stability and relevance of the federal mail service.

Amazon’s Dominance in Parcel Delivery

According to FreightWaves, Amazon handled over 6.7 billion parcels in 2025, a 9.8% year-over-year increase. In contrast, the USPS delivered 6.6 billion parcels, experiencing an 8.3% decline. Amazon’s growth is attributed not only to its massive e-commerce platform but also to its increasing volume of shipments for third-party clients.

Other major shipping companies also saw shifts. FedEx reported a 5.9% increase in parcel deliveries, reaching 3.6 billion parcels, while UPS experienced an 8.3% decline, handling 4.4 billion deliveries. Despite these figures, Amazon’s volume significantly outpaces both competitors.

USPS Financial Crisis Deepens

This news comes as the USPS continues to grapple with a severe financial crisis. A Government Accountability report from December 2025 revealed that the postal service has lost over $109 billion since becoming unprofitable in 2007. Operating as a self-funded agency, the USPS relies on its own revenue but has struggled to remain afloat.

Projections indicate that the USPS could run out of cash by 2027 without government intervention. The Trump administration has previously warned of potential privatization or new leadership for the agency as its financial woes worsen. Amazon’s increased dominance further complicates the USPS’s situation, potentially undermining its requests for financial assistance and raising questions about its future efficiency and relevance in a market increasingly led by private delivery services.

• Amazon is now the largest parcel carrier in the U.S., surpassing the USPS.
• Amazon handled over 6.7 billion parcels in 2025, a 9.8% increase.
• The USPS delivered 6.6 billion parcels, marking an 8.3% decline.
• The USPS faces a significant financial crisis, with projections of running out of cash by 2027.
• Amazon’s growth highlights the challenges for traditional delivery services in the e-commerce era.