If you need to send off a letter, a bill, or some other form of paper communication, you will need to use a stamp to do so. There are plenty of stores where you can purchase stamps, including some online stores. Each store offers different opportunities when it comes to purchasing stamps, and it is important to know your options.
What stores sell stamps? Here is the quick list of 19 stores that sell stamps.
- USPS Store
- Kroger
- Publix
- ShopRite
- WinCo
- Piggly-Wiggly
- Wegmans
- CVS
- Walgreens
- Walmart
- Target
- Costco
- Sam’s Club
- 7-Eleven
- Bank of America
- FedEx
- Staples
- Office Supply Stores
- Amazon Online
Depending on where you live, your options are different. Not all stores and retailers are available in every city. Still, no matter where you are, stamps are available to you. Read on to learn more about 19 stores that sell stamps, the options you get at their stores, and which of these stores will give you the best deal for your money.
The United States Postal Service
One of the most obvious places to go if you need stamps is a USPS store. These stores are located all across the country and provide you with everything you need when mailing any kind of parcel or package. The benefits of going to a USPS store for your stamps are numerous, and this should be the first store you go to for stamps.
Benefits of USPS Store include:
- You can purchase stamps, but you can also purchase everything else necessary to get your package mailed.
- They offer a large selection of stamps for purchase regardless of your personal preference.
If you cannot travel to a USPS store, they have a website that you can purchase stamps from. The primary thing that makes the website useful is you can purchase stamps from the website in different quantities. You are no longer forced to purchase books of stamps when you do not need them. The shipping time tends to be several days.
Kroger
Many cities in America feature a Kroger store or two. Kroger is one of the largest retailers in America, and it is also authorized to sell stamps. If you tend to do your grocery shopping at a Kroger store, you can cut back on your shopping trips by purchasing your stamps there alongside your groceries.
To purchase stamps, you will need to tell the cashier as you check out that you would like a book of stamps. The registers are the only place in the store with stamps, so make sure you do not forget to get your stamps as you check out.
Kroger only sells stamps in 20-stamp books, so if you want single stamps, then purchasing your stamps from Kroger is not for you. The stamps sold here are the same price as the ones that you would get at USPS.
Publix
Publix is another large grocery store chain that is authorized to sell stamps in their stores. Like Kroger, Publix tends only to sell stamps in large books at their registers. The stamps cost the same as other locations, though Publix tends to carry only the most basic stamp designs.
At Publix stores, you can buy everything you would need to post your mail as well:
- Bubble mailers
- Packing tape
- Envelopes
- Shipping boxes
This way, you can pick up everything you need at one store, rather than having to make multiple trips around your town.
However, Publix stores are rarer to see in some parts of the country, so if you do not have a Publix nearby, check with your own local grocery store. More and more grocery stores are beginning to sell stamps, so there is a good chance your local store will sell stamps.
ShopRite
Shoprite is another grocery store where you can buy stamps.
- You can not purchase single stamps from ShopRite, so you will have to purchase them by the book.
- Their stamp books contain 20 stamps
- You can purchase the stamps at the customer service desk.
Shoprite has more than 300 locations in the following six states. New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Connecticut.
Winco
Winco stores are another good option when you are looking to purchase stamps. These stores tend to be rare. If you have a Winco store near you, then use it. Otherwise, you should keep other locations in mind for your stamp needs.
The primary reason why Winco is a great option for your stamp needs is that you can purchase single stamps here. Most grocery stores only sell stamps in books, so if you do not have a USPS store in your town, see if you have a Winco. However, the range of stamp selections is much more limited than what you would find at a USPS.
Piggly-Wiggly
Piggly-Wiggly is another grocery store that has recently begun to sell stamps at some of its locations. Not every Piggly-Wiggly store has stamps, but it is fairly easy to check if a specific location does or not. Just give their customer service desk a quick call, and they will be able to let you know whether they carry stamps at that location.
Buying stamps at Piggly-Wiggly:
- Piggly-Wiggly currently only sells stamps by the book, which you can purchase directly at one of their cash registers.
- If you are unable to locate stamps at the cash registers, check their customer service desk to see if you can purchase them there.
- Each book of stamps sold at Piggly-Wiggly comes with 20 stamps apiece and will cost you about $10.
You should only check Piggly-Wiggly for stamps if there are no other options in your town. Due to them being so new to the business of selling stamps, there is a high chance that you may not be able to locate stamps at their stores.
Wegmans
The final grocery store that can be a good option for purchasing stamps is Wegmans. It is a smaller grocery store chain that has some stores around the country. If you have a Wegmans in your town, be sure to check them out for all your postal and stamp needs.
Wegmans sells their stamps in books, just like other major grocery chains. They also do not carry very large selections when it comes to their stamps. So if you do not care about stamp diversity or the ability to purchase single stamps, then Wegmans might be a good option for your stamp needs.
CVS Pharmacies
CVS is one of the country’s largest pharmacy chains, and they have stores across the entire country. With over 10,000 stores, there is a good chance that you can find one near where you live. If not, other pharmacies sell stamps at their stores as well.
Keep in mind when purchasing stamps at CVS:
- You can not purchase single stamps from CVS, so you will have to purchase them by the book.
- Their stamp books contain 20 stamps apiece and cost about ten dollars.
- They offer a large assortment of different types of stamps so that you can find the perfect stamp for your postal needs.
- You can find the stamps right under the counter, making this one of the easiest places to walk in and purchase stamps from
Walgreens Pharmacies
Walgreens is another large pharmacy chain that carries stamps for sale. With 8,500 stores, you will probably be able to find a Walgreens store in your town or city. Walgreens will give you more options for stamps than your general grocery store.
Unlike CVS, Walgreens offers you the option of either purchasing single stamps or stamps by the book. This makes it a much better location to get stamps from if you do not have a USPS store in your town.
Books of stamps came with 20 stamps apiece for $10. If you want the single stamps, those cost 55 cents apiece. If you are going to be doing a lot of mailing, it would be a smart idea to purchase the stamps by the book. This is more cost-efficient, and you will cut back on the number of trips you have to make.
Walmart
Walmart is one of the largest retail store chains in the US, and it makes sense that you can find a large assortment of stamps here. You will be able to find the perfect stamp for your needs at Walmart, and they make it easy for you to purchase stamps at their stores.
- Walmart sells both single stamps and books of stamps. Regardless of the number of stamps you need, you can find the right amount at Walmart.
- You can purchase the stamps from either a Walmart Money Center or a customer service desk. Only check for stamps at the customer service desk if the Walmart you are shopping at does not have a money center.
- Walmart stores are typically open 24/7, meaning no matter what time of the day you need your stamps, you can stop by your local Walmart to purchase your stamps.
Target
Target is another large retail store where you can purchase stamps, but not in the traditional way. Target stopped selling their stamps in a typical way and instead moved over to DYMO label printers. Once you purchase the DYMO label printer, you will need to set up an account with USPS for the stamps.
However, this method of purchasing stamps is more work than it is worth unless you mail things very often. If you are continually mailing things off, then it can be worthwhile to go with this method. Otherwise, Target is not one of the best options for purchasing stamps.
This method would be a good choice if you are:
- A small business owner who ships goods daily
- Mailing out frequent newsletters to many recipients
- Someone else who uses stamps frequently enough to necessitate printing them at home
Costco
Wholesale club stores such as Costco can be great places to find stamps. You can typically purchase the stamps directly at the cash register, just like nearly every other grocery store selling stamps. If your Costco does not sell stamps at the register, check with the customer service desk as you can sometimes find them there.
You can purchase stamps from Costco in a large 100 stamp bundle, but they currently do not sell stamps in smaller selections. However, if you mail things often, purchasing the large bundle at Costco can be a great idea. You will save money, and you will also save the time of having to make regular trips into town for stamps.
Costco also gives you a discount on your stamps when you purchase large bundles from them. Hardly any other store that currently sells stamps gives you as great a deal as Costco when it comes to pricing. That is the beauty of bulk shopping.
Sam’s Club
You can buy stamps in Sam’s Club, they sell stamps by the book and there are 20 stamps in a book.
Where are the stamps located in Sam’s club? You can ask for them at the cash register or order them for curbside pickup.
7-Eleven Gas Stations
Gas stations are rarely someone’s first thought when purchasing stamps, but there are some that you can purchase stamps from. 7-Eleven gas stations typically always carry stamps, but this is not always the case. Gas stations are allowed to choose which products to sell at which store, meaning your 7-Eleven may not carry stamps.
You can typically purchase stamps either by the book or by singles at most 7-Eleven gas stations. However, each gas station may be different, so you will want to check with the gas station if you can beforehand. If there is any other option in town to purchase stamps from, you should go there first since gas stations are typically not reliable.
Bank of America
Bank of America is one of the few bank chains that has started to sell stamps at some of their locations. However, just like gas stations, it is not a guarantee that your Bank of America branch will carry stamps. If you have the Bank of America app, you can check to see if your branch carries stamps or not.
- Stamps at Bank of America are typically sold by the book, though some branches may sell the stamps by singles.
- If your bank branch does not carry stamps, check to see if any ATMs near you carry stamps. It is not common, but ATMs have started to sell stamps in some locations as well.
FedEx
FedEx can be another great choice for all your stamp needs. They do not have as many stores as USPS, which means you may not be able to locate a FedEx around your area. If you can find a FedEx, though, it will be a better option than a grocery store or convenience store.
You can purchase single stamps or books of stamps at FedEx, and they tend to have a large selection of stamps for you to choose from. Not only do they have a large selection, but if you are short on time, then FedEx can ship your item for you right from their office.
However, FedEx tends to be more expensive than some other options for stamps. If there is a USPS in your city, you will be better off getting your stamps from there unless you need your package shipped immediately. In that case, FedEx will be your best option for purchasing stamps.
Staples
Staples is another large retail store chain where you can purchase stamps. Staples tends to be one of the best retail stores to purchase stamps from. This comes from the fact that you can not only purchase stamps here but if you need any other supplies for mailing or shipping, they can be found here.
Staples is also one of the few retail stores that sell stamps by the singles or by the book. You will just need to tell the cashier how many stamps you want when you are checking out. Books of stamps at Staples come with 20 stamps and will cost you about $10, the same as most other stores.
Office Supply Stores
Office supply stores have started to sell stamps to keep up with the times. This does not mean that every office supply store in your area will sell stamps, as it is only in recent years that they have begun to sell them.
You can purchase the stamps from these stores as either single stamps or by the book. Like every other store that sells stamps, the book of stamps will come with 20 stamps and cost you about $10. Single stamps typically cost about 55 cents each, but this may differ slightly depending on your location.
Office supply stores where you might find stamps:
- Office Depot
- Office Max
- Office Outfitters
The benefit of getting your stamps from an office supply store is that, after you have purchased your stamps, you can get the rest of your mailing supplies in the same place. Some office supply stores even offer you the option of mailing your package or mail directly from their store for a small fee.
Amazon: Online Retailer
One of the best online retailers that you can purchase stamps from is Amazon. They offer a large selection of stamps for purchase so that you can find the perfect stamp regardless of your own personal preferences.
Amazon does not sell single stamps like some stores, however. Like many online stores that sell stamps, Amazon only sells stamps in books. These books tend to come with about 20 stamps each and typically cost about $10.
The only problem with ordering stamps from Amazon is the length of time that you will have to wait to get your stamps. The typical wait time to get items from Amazon if you subscribe to Amazon Prime is 1 or 2 days, but stamps can sometimes take longer.
As long as you do not need your stamps immediately, it can be a good idea to order your stamps from Amazon.