Hey Neighbor, Is Your Mailbox Legal for The State of New Jersey? 

It's something you probably check almost every day and have been for maybe most of your life: it's the mailbox. Whether as a kid waiting for a present to arrive in the mail or an adult maybe dreading getting some bills in the box, we all have had visits to the mailbox.

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Is Your Mailbox Legal In New Jersey?

Here are some guidelines for legal mailboxes in New Jersey:

• Height from the ground: The bottom of the mailbox must be 41" to 45" from the road surface.

• Distance from the curb: The mailbox must be set back 6" to 8" from the curb or edge of the road.

• Mailbox door: This should be easily accessible to the postal carrier from their vehicle.

• Use a mailbox that is USPS-approved.

• Numbers & Letters should be at least 1" tall. Remember to place numbers on the mailbox door flag side or the post.

• Custom-made mailboxes must meet size and construction guidelines—check with your local post office before installation.

What is Prohibited for Mailboxes in New Jersey?

• Painting or labeling the mailbox to mimic official postal service colors/logos is not allowed.

• Locking curbside mailboxes is not allowed unless USPS-approved for that specific purpose (they sell “secure” locking options).

• Obstructions like shrubs, decorations, and signs cannot block access to the mailbox.

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Wall-Mounted Mailboxes (for homes with door delivery)

• USPS recommends a slot size of at least 1.75" x 10" for delivery ease.

• Placed near the main entrance and be clearly visible.

• Please make sure it's large enough to hold the daily mail volume.

How does your mailbox measure up? Are you legal?