Politics & Government
Stamp Prices Are Going Up Jan. 26
The U.S. Postal Service's regulator approved the increase of about 6 percent across all mail services.
Written by Greg Hambrick
It's time to stock up on Forever Stamps for the new year—the U.S. Postal Service will soon increase the price of stamps.
On Jan. 26 the cost of a first-class postage stamp will rise to 49 cents from 46 cents, according to The Washington Post.
A book of first-class, one-ounce stamps will cost $9.80. Forever Stamps purchased before the increase will still be valid for all one-ounce letters.
The U.S. Postal Service’s regulator approved the increase of about 6 percent, but rejected a request for a permanent increase.
According to the USPS, the increases include:
It's time to stock up on Forever Stamps for the new year—the U.S. Postal Service will soon increase the price of stamps.
On Jan. 26 the cost of a first-class postage stamp will rise to 49 cents from 46 cents, according to The Washington Post.
A book of first-class, one-ounce stamps will cost $9.80. Forever Stamps purchased before the increase will still be valid for all one-ounce letters.
The U.S. Postal Service’s regulator approved the increase of about 6 percent, but rejected a request for a permanent increase.
According to the USPS, the increases include:
- Letters (1 oz.) — 3-cent increase to 49 cents
- Letters additional ounces — 1-cent increase to 21 cents
- Letters to all international destinations (1 oz.) — $1.15
- Postcards — 1-cent increase to 34 cents
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