A typical pair of adult sweatpants weighs about 12 to 20 ounces (340–570 g). Lightweight joggers sit near 10 to 14 ounces, and heavyweight fleece sweatpants can reach 20 to 28 ounces. In a poly mailer, most single pairs ship at roughly 0.8 to 1.4 pounds.
These are typical ranges, not exact figures. Fabric weight, size, fleece type and extras like zip pockets all change the number. The tables below give the usual pair weights and packed shipping weights, so you can estimate a package before you put it on the scale.
How much do sweatpants weigh by type?
The figures below are typical weights for one dry, unpackaged pair at a medium size.
| Type of sweatpants | Typical weight (oz) | Typical weight (g) |
|---|---|---|
| Lightweight joggers (French terry or jersey) | 10–14 oz | 280–400 g |
| Midweight fleece sweatpants | 14–20 oz | 400–570 g |
| Heavyweight fleece sweatpants | 20–28 oz | 570–790 g |
| Women’s joggers or lounge pants | 8–14 oz | 230–400 g |
| Performance or tech-fleece joggers | 9–14 oz | 250–400 g |
| Kids’ sweatpants | 5–10 oz | 140–280 g |
Men’s pairs usually land at the upper end of each range and women’s at the lower end, mostly because of length and fabric yardage. Every size step adds roughly an ounce or two.
What makes sweatpants heavier?
- Fabric weight. Sweatshirt fabric is rated in grams per square meter (GSM). Under about 280 GSM feels lightweight, and 350 GSM and up is heavyweight fleece.
- Fiber. Cotton-heavy fleece is denser and heavier than polyester-blend or tech-fleece fabric at the same thickness.
- Cut and size. Relaxed open-hem sweatpants use more fabric than tapered joggers, and longer inseams add length.
- Extras. Zip pockets, cargo pockets, thick drawcords and ribbed cuffs each add a little weight.
Sweatpants usually weigh less than jeans of the same size. Our guide to how much jeans weigh shows that a men’s pair of jeans often runs 1.3 to 1.7 pounds.
How much do sweatpants weigh packed for shipping?
Carriers charge on the packed, or gross, weight, so add the mailer or box to the garment weight. Our guide to gross weight vs net weight explains the difference.
| Packaging | Typical added weight | Typical packed weight, one midweight pair |
|---|---|---|
| Poly mailer | 1–2 oz | 15–22 oz |
| Padded or bubble mailer | 2–4 oz | 16–24 oz |
| Small corrugated box | 5–10 oz | 19–30 oz |
This is where sweatpants weight matters most. USPS Ground Advantage prices packages under 1 pound in ounce tiers, up to 15.999 ounces. Anything heavier moves to pound pricing, and any fraction of a pound counts as a full pound. A lightweight pair of joggers in a poly mailer can stay under 1 pound. A midweight fleece pair in a box usually won’t.
Two easy ways to stay under the line are a poly mailer instead of a box and rolling the pants tightly. UPS rounds actual weight up to the next pound and also applies dimensional weight to every package, so a flat mailer helps there too.
How do you weigh and ship sweatpants?
- Fold or roll the sweatpants and seal them in the mailer you’ll ship.
- Weigh the sealed package on a digital postal scale that reads in tenths of an ounce. If you don’t have one, our guide on how to weigh packages at home lists workable alternatives.
- Measure the package, and round each side up to the next whole inch.
- Enter the weight and size when you buy the label. Our step-by-step guide on how to ship a package covers the rest.
If you’re sending several heavy pairs at once, a flat rate box can make sense, since USPS Flat Rate pricing doesn’t change with weight up to 70 pounds. Our guide on shipping a Medium Flat Rate Box explains when it’s worth it. For a single pair, compare UPS and USPS services for your packed weight in the ParcelPath rate calculator. ParcelPath is free and offers up to 85% off UPS and up to 89% off USPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do sweatpants weigh on average?
A typical adult pair weighs about 12 to 20 ounces (340–570 g). Lightweight joggers are often 10 to 14 ounces, midweight fleece 14 to 20 ounces and heavyweight fleece 20 to 28 ounces. These are typical ranges for a medium size, since fabric weight and size change the exact figure.
How much do sweatpants weigh in pounds?
Most adult sweatpants weigh about 0.75 to 1.25 pounds per pair, and heavyweight fleece runs up to about 1.75 pounds. Packed in a poly mailer, a single pair usually ships at roughly 0.9 to 1.4 pounds. Women’s and lightweight joggers often stay under 1 pound even packed.
Can a pair of sweatpants ship under 1 pound?
Often, yes. Lightweight joggers and most women’s sweatpants weigh 8 to 14 ounces, so with a 1 to 2 ounce poly mailer they can stay under 16 ounces. That matters because USPS Ground Advantage prices packages under 1 pound in ounce tiers, up to 15.999 ounces. Heavier fleece pairs usually go over.
How much do sweatpants weigh compared with a hoodie or sweater?
They’re similar. A matching fleece hoodie usually weighs about the same as the sweatpants or slightly more, and a full sweatsuit typically comes to roughly 1.5 to 3 pounds. Sweaters vary more by yarn, from about 8 ounces to well over a pound and a half.
Sources
- USPS DMM 283, USPS Ground Advantage (ounce and pound weight increments).
- UPS, Package Dimensions, Size Limits and Weight Guide.
- Sweatpants weights are typical ranges for dry, unpackaged garments and are not carrier data.
Part of our How to Weigh Packages at Home guide. Related: Weighing Packages for Shipping, Gross Weight vs Net Weight, How Much Does a Tire Weigh.
