How much is a book of stamps?
A book of stamps costs $15.60. It contains 20 Forever stamps at $0.78 each.
Stamps are sold as books, sheets, or coils. Books and sheets hold 20 stamps each. Coils come in rolls of 100, 3,000, or 10,000.
A book of stamps is a small booklet with one or more panes of self-adhesive stamps. The backing folds into a compact form that fits in a wallet or drawer — most people prefer books over flat sheets for this reason.
The cost of a book of stamps
Multiply the price of a single stamp ($0.78) by 20: $15.60.
This is the price at the post office and USPS.com. Third-party sellers like Amazon may add a small markup, so check the per-stamp price before buying.
Current stamp prices
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Forever stamp (1 oz. letter) | $0.78 |
| Additional ounce | $0.29 |
| Postcard | $0.61 |
| Large envelope (1 oz.) | $1.50 |
For domestic letters over 1 oz., add $0.29 for each additional ounce up to 3.5 oz. See the full rate table at USPS Notice 123. For international mail, check the USPS international price list.
USPS adjusts stamp prices once or twice a year. The prices above reflect the most recent change.
Where to buy stamps
Several places sell stamps:
- Post office — Buy over the counter or at a self-service kiosk.
- Online — USPS.com, Amazon, Walmart.
- Retail — Grocery stores, pharmacies, gas stations, and office supply stores.
You can also print USPS postage at a discount through Stamps.com. Stamps.com uses Commercial Rates, so a First-Class letter costs less than the retail price. Use coupon code MAIL100 for additional credits.
How to save money on stamps
Buy Forever stamps before a price increase. Forever stamps are valid for a one-ounce First-Class letter regardless of future rate hikes. If you bought a book at $15.60 today and the price rises next year, those stamps still work — you’ve locked in the lower rate.
Buy in bulk. The post office sells coils of 100 stamps ($78.00) and 10,000 stamps ($7,800.00). Bulk buying before an increase compounds the savings.
Use shipping software. Services like Stamps.com offer Commercial Rate postage — cheaper than what you’d pay at the counter. You print postage directly onto envelopes and labels, which also saves a trip to the post office. Stamps.com includes discounted UPS rates too.
Conclusion
A book of stamps costs $15.60 and contains 20 Forever stamps. Buy them at the post office, online, or at most major retailers. To save money, stock up before rate increases and consider printing postage through Stamps.com at Commercial Rates.