Let’s be honest: the USPS is broke. They’re not just raising prices for fun. They have this massive legal obligation to pre-fund retiree health benefits, which is like buying a lifetime supply of milk for a cow that hasn’t been born yet. Crazy, right?
Also, everyone is sending emails and text messages now. Mail volume is down, but the USPS still has to drive trucks to every house in America—even if it’s just to deliver your Amazon package. So, stamps get more expensive to cover the cost of that giant, inefficient system.
Current Stamp Amount
The Pattern Is Predictable—Sort Of
If you check the USPS website, they usually announce hikes about 30 to 45 days before they take effect. So, if you hear a rumor in November, expect the price jump in January. If you hear one in June, it’s probably coming in July.
But here’s the funny part: forever stamps are your best friend. They lock in the price you paid today. So if you buy a roll in December, you’re protected from that January hike. It’s like a time machine for your money.
