New research has revealed the states where your mail is most likely to be lost, with Colorado taking the top spot. Experts in digital mailboxes at iPostal1 analyzed the average number of monthly Google searches in each state for over 150 terms related to lost mail, including ‘USPS mail recovery’ and ‘FedEx lost mail.’ The number of searches in each state were compared to the population to determine which state has the most lost mail per 100,000 citizens.
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At the top of the list is Colorado, with 12,667 cases of lost mail per 100,000 citizens each month. This could be attributed to the challenging weather conditions in the state throughout the winter months, as well as its mountainous terrain.
In second place is New York, with 12,631 occurrences of lost mail per 100,000 residents each month. New York is known for its dense and busy urban areas, which combined with the state’s complex infrastructure, could contribute towards delivery issues.
Sixth is Wyoming, with 12,356 lost letters and packages per 100,000 citizens each month. Wyoming’s vast and sparsely populated areas could pose challenges to postal services, leading to more occurrences of lost mail.
Jeff Milgram, CEO and Founder of iPostal1 has commented: “While the postal service works diligently to deliver mail promptly and accurately, certain states face inherent challenges that make this task more difficult. Residents in states like Colorado, New York, and Florida should be particularly vigilant about tracking their mail and reporting any issues to their local postal services. There are steps individuals can take to minimize the risk of lost mail, such as ensuring that addresses are accurate and include all necessary details, as well as using secure or digital mailboxes.”
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