For months, you have been hearing of the latest postage rate increase from the USPS. And if you haven't gone out and bought your Forever stamps in anticipation, then you are too late. Today, May 12, 2008, the cost of mailing has increased to 42¢. In addition, the cost of postcards, certified mail, and first class international mail has also gone up. A detailed listing of the new United States postage rates can be found in the stamp Rate Change Table under the News and Culture section.

Interested in learning how the cost of postage has changed over the years? Since the mid 19th century the cost of mailing a letter in the United States has gone from 3¢ per half ounce to 42¢ per ounce. Fallow the price highs and lows of U.S. postage in the History of United States Postage Rates Table.

Suggested Reading:
Calculate USPS Mailing Costs
USPS Price Change Information
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