{"id":290162,"date":"2025-10-17T16:28:13","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T16:28:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/?p=290162"},"modified":"2025-11-19T22:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T22:00:00","slug":"how-many-postage-stamps-are-in-a-book","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stamps.com\/article\/how-many-postage-stamps-are-in-a-book\/","title":{"rendered":"How Many Postage Stamps are in a Book?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When you need to send letters or mail small packages, buying a book of stamps is one of the most convenient and cost-effective options. But if you\u2019ve ever stood at the post office counter and wondered, \u201cHow many postage stamps are in a book?<\/strong>\u201d\u2014you\u2019re not alone. Whether you\u2019re stocking up for personal use or a small business, knowing exactly how many stamps you\u2019ll get (and how much you\u2019ll spend) can make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ll break down the standard number of stamps in a book, pricing details, and tips for buying online and in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The standard number: 20 stamps per book<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A standard book of postage stamps in the United States contains 20 stamps. This has been the consistent amount offered by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) for many years. The stamps are usually arranged on a single folded sheet or booklet, making them easy to peel off and store in a wallet, office desk drawer, or organizer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How many stamps are in a Forever Stamp booklet?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Each stamp in the book is typically a Forever Stamp, which means you can use it to mail a standard first-class letter at any time in the future\u2014even if postage rates increase later on. Whether you\u2019re using a Forever Stamp or a \u201cprice\u201d stamp, postage stamps never expire<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you buy a book of 20 Forever Stamps when the current rate is $0.73 per stamp, you\u2019ll pay $14.60 for the book. If postage prices rise in the future, those same stamps will still cover the cost of mailing a 1-ounce letter without needing to add extra postage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why a USPS book of stamps includes 20 stamps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The decision to put exactly 20 stamps in a USPS book of stamps isn\u2019t random. It\u2019s the result of a mix of historical convention, convenience, pricing strategy, and operational efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The number 20 strikes a balance between being large enough to last most households or small businesses for a while, yet small enough to keep the overall cost reasonable at the point of sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cost of a stamp book<\/a> depends on the current stamp rate, since books of stamps are simply bundles of individual stamps. As of 2025, the price of a Forever Stamp is $0.73, so a book of 20 costs $14.60.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When USPS raises postage prices, the cost of a book goes up accordingly. For example, if rates increase to $0.76, a book would cost $15.20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buying a book at once is often cheaper than purchasing single stamps individually, and it saves you extra trips to the post office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of stamp books you can buy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although Forever Stamps are the most common, you can find different designs when buying a book, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n