Starting July 14, the cost of a First-Class Forever stamp will rise from 68 cents to 73 cents. This is the second increase this year, following a 2-cent hike in January.
The USPS has been gradually raising prices due to inflation and other financial pressures. Since 2021, the price of a Forever stamp has increased by 33%.
Other postage rates will also go up, including metered letters, domestic postcards, and international mail. Stock up on stamps now to avoid the higher prices. For more details, visit the USPS website.
FingerLakes1.com is the region’s leading all-digital news publication. The company was founded in 1998 and has been keeping residents informed for more than two decades. Have a lead? Send it to [email protected].