Stamps used to be a common necessity to communicate with loved ones. With today’s texting, calling, and video chatting public, however, stamps are a rarely used product. If the need for a stamp does come up, you might wonder where you can buy them. The grocery store chain Publix sells stamps in all its locations. You can also find them at your local post office, or on Amazon.
Does Publix Sell Stamps?
Yes, Publix sells stamps at every one of its 1200 locations.
First Class Stamps
Publix does not carry first-class stamps, but they do carry first-class Forever Stamps (see below). For additional first-class stamp options, check out the USPS website.
International Stamps
Sadly, Publix does not sell international stamps. Instead, you can either use multiple forever stamps to meet postage requirements or buy international stamps from the USPS website or Amazon. These stamps are about double the price of forever stamps, so plan accordingly.
Forever Stamps
Publix Sells books of Forever Stamps. These stamps never depreciate – you will always need just one to send a first-class letter. While the post office puts out many stamp designs, Publix normally only carries one standard design. This looks like an American flag or the Liberty Bell. If you’d like to buy other designs, try the USPS website or Amazon.
How to Buy Stamps at Publix
You can purchase stamps at the register at most Publix locations. In very large locations they may sell them at the customer service desk instead. Simply ask the cashier at checkout, and they will either add a book of stamps to your order or redirect you.
Other Postage Supplies
Not only does Publix have stamps, but they also have other postage supplies.
Cards
You can buy many cards of different designs to send to friends and loved ones at Publix. These are often seasonally themed, so check back for new designs often.
Envelopes
To send a letter or card, you will need an envelope. Luckily Publix has those too! Cards usually come with a properly sized envelope, or you can buy boxes of envelopes in different sizes.
How Many Stamps Are in A Book?
The standard book size is 20 stamps. Some larger designs only have 16 or 18 stamps per book.
Do Stamps Expire?
Stamps never expire; however, you may need to use more of some stamp types when the postage cost is raised. For instance, if you have a standard stamp worth 40 cents, but the postage is raised to 60 cents, you will need to use two stamps. This does not apply to forever stamps, which hold their value.
Postage Cost
Postage Cost rises every couple of years to compensate for inflation. It is the cost the post office charges to send the letter. A stamp acts as proof of payment for the amount listed on the stamp. Forever stamps are special, in that they are proof that you’ve paid enough to send one standard letter no matter how old they are, or how much costs have changed since you bought it.
Summary
To send a letter you will need postage. Postage can be bought in your local post office, or sometimes nearby gas stations. However, a local place you can buy a stamp guaranteed is Publix, where the cashiers will have them. Publix also sells other postage supplies such as cards, envelopes, and office supplies to go with your stamps.