Postage hike in effect today

May 12, 2008 2:04 PM

According to the United States Postal Service, the price for a 1 oz. First Class stamp is now up from 41 to 42 cents. Standard Mail, Periodicals, Package Services (including single-piece Parcel Post), and Special Services also will change.

Consistent with the “Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act,” prices for mailing services will be adjusted annually each May. The Postal Service plans to provide 90 days’ notice before the price changes each year.

New prices for shipping services, including Express Mail and Priority Mail, will be announced in March.

New rates effective May 12, 2008

First Class Mail Letter (1 oz.): 42¢

First Class Mail Letter (2 oz.): 59¢

Postcard: 27¢

Large Envelope (2 oz.): $1.00

Money Orders (up to $500): $1.05

Certified Mail: $2.70

First Class Mail International Letter (1 oz. to Canada and Mexico): 72¢

First-Class Mail International Letter (1 oz. to other countries): 94¢

See usps.com/prices.

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