The cost of mailing a first-class letter increased over the weekend, with prices rising from 73¢ to 78¢ per stamp.
The United States Postal Service said the price adjustments are necessary to achieve financial stability as the mailing and shipping marketplace continues to evolve.
Mailing a postcard will also cost you a bit more. Domestic postcards will increase from 59¢ to 61¢, while international postcards will cost $1.70 to send, reflecting a 5¢ increase.
Despite the increase, USPS remains one of the most affordable delivery services in the world.
If you were curious, a first-class postage stamp cost 33¢ about 25 years ago.
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