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Q: How much do official USPS stamps cost right now?

Stamp Type Current Price 1‑oz First‑Class Letter (Forever Stamp) $0.78 2‑oz First‑Class Letter $1.07 Postcard Stamp $0.61 Non‑machinable Surcharge $1.27 Global Forever Stamp (International 1‑oz) $1.70

Q: Should I buy stamps offline or online?

It depends on your urgency and volume: Offline (Costco, Walmart, USPS Post Office): Best if you need stamps immediately, e.g., within 2 days. You’ll pay standard price, but you’ll have them in hand. Online (USPS.com, authorized dealers): Best if you buy in bulk. You may find safe discounts (usually under 30%), and it saves time for businesses or frequent mailers.

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February 8, 2023

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Dec 20, 2025

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How much do official USPS stamps cost right now?

Stamp Type	Current Price
1‑oz First‑Class Letter (Forever Stamp)	$0.78
2‑oz First‑Class Letter	$1.07
Postcard Stamp	$0.61
Non‑machinable Surcharge	$1.27
Global Forever Stamp (International 1‑oz)	$1.70

Should I buy stamps offline or online?

It depends on your urgency and volume:

Offline (Costco, Walmart, USPS Post Office): Best if you need stamps immediately, e.g., within 2 days. You’ll pay standard price, but you’ll have them in hand.
Online (USPS.com, authorized dealers): Best if you buy in bulk. You may find safe discounts (usually under 30%), and it saves time for businesses or frequent mailers.

How big of a discount is safe?

There’s no absolute “safe” discount, but here’s the rule of thumb:

Discounts over 50% are guaranteed fake.
Some shady sellers even mislabel the official price (e.g., claiming “original $0.66” then selling for $0.20+).
Using counterfeit stamps is a federal crime, and your mail will be rejected.
Stick with small discounts (10–30%) from authorized dealers or trusted retailers.

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