January 5, 2006

  • Don't forget 2-cent stamps


    Among your New Year's resolutions: Remember that the price of postage stamps is increasing and plan accordingly.


    Effective Sunday 01/08/2005, the United States Postal Service will raise the cost of first-class stamps by two cents -- from 37 cents to 39 cents.


    **Details**


    Selected Rate Changes Current New
    First-Class Letter (1oz.) 37 cents to 39 cents
    First-Class Letter (2oz.) 60 cents to 63 cents
    Postcard 23 cents to 24 cents
    Priority Mail (1lb.) $3.85 to $4.05
    Express Mail (½lb.) $13.65 to $14.40
    Express Mail (2lb.) $17.85 to $18.80



    **Fee and Service Changes**
    Certified Mail $2.30 to $2.40
    Delivery Confirmation (priority) 45 cents to 50cents
    Delivery Confirmation (First Class Parcels) 55 cents to 60cents
    Return Receipt (original signature) $1.75 to $1.85
    Return Receipt (electronic) $1.30 to $1.35
    Money Orders (up to $500) 90 cents to 95 cents