Appliances Shipping Cost from San Francisco, California to Milwaukee, Wisconsin

In general, for an appliance shipping service, you can expect to pay around $1.81 per mile for shorter trips and $0.59 per mile for longer journeys.

The cheapest way to ship 50 lbs usually involves USPS Ground Advantage for shorter distances or slower speeds, while UPS/FedEx Ground are strong contenders (often better with discounts), especially using services like Pirate Ship for significant savings on commercial rates, or even freight / consolidated services if it's very heavy/large, always comparing options based on distance, speed, and if your item fits a flat-rate box.

Outer Packaging: Place the appliance in a sturdy cardboard box slightly larger than the appliance itself. Palletization: Place the boxed appliance on a pallet that fits the dimensions without any overhang on any side.