Direct answer: An ordinary Forever stamp had two postage values during 2025: 73¢ from January 1 through July 12, then 78¢ from July 13 through December 31. The 5¢ increase took effect July 13, 2025.
2025 Forever Stamp Price by Effective Date
| 2025 period | One ordinary Forever stamp | Book of 20 | 50 stamps | 100 stamps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1–July 12 | 73¢ | $14.60 | $36.50 | $73.00 |
| July 13–December 31 | 78¢ | $15.60 | $39.00 | $78.00 |
These figures are USPS postage values for ordinary one-ounce First-Class Mail Forever stamps. They are not archived prices for every retailer, collectible issue, delivery charge or marketplace listing.
When Did Forever Stamps Go Up in 2025?
USPS kept the one-ounce letter stamp price unchanged at 73¢ in January 2025. It later filed a mailing-services adjustment that raised the ordinary Forever stamp from 73¢ to 78¢ effective July 13, 2025. The change was 5¢ per stamp, or $5.00 for 100 stamps.
What Did “Forever Stamp Value in 2025” Mean?
The value depended on the date of use, not the issue year printed in a product title:
- A valid ordinary Forever stamp used before July 13, 2025 contributed 73¢ toward eligible postage.
- The same valid stamp used on or after July 13, 2025 contributed 78¢ during the rest of 2025.
- A 2025 design did not become locked at its original purchase price. Valid ordinary Forever stamps follow the current one-ounce letter rate when used.
That last point matters when someone asks what a “2025 Forever stamp is worth” today. Its current mailing value follows today’s ordinary Forever rate; a collectible resale price is a separate question based on the exact issue, format and condition.
How Much Were 50 or 100 Forever Stamps in 2025?
At official postage value, 50 stamps equaled $36.50 before the July change and $39.00 afterward. One hundred equaled $73.00 before the change and $78.00 afterward. USPS retail postage is generally sold at its stated postage value; another seller’s offer can show a separate retail price, quantity, packaging, shipping charge or collectible premium.
How to Read a Historical Stamp Price Correctly
- Identify the date: 2025 contains two different ordinary Forever rates.
- Identify the postage type: ordinary Forever, Global Forever, Postcard and Additional Ounce stamps follow different rates.
- Separate issue year from use date: a 2025 design can be used in a later year at the then-current ordinary Forever value.
- Separate postage value from selling price: a current store listing is not evidence of what USPS charged on a historical date.
- Check the finished mailpiece: one ordinary Forever stamp covers only an eligible one-ounce domestic First-Class Mail letter.
2025 Price vs Current Price
This is a historical 2025 page. The ordinary Forever rate later became 82¢ on July 12, 2026. Use Forever Stamp Price and Value for the current rate, or Forever Stamp Price History for a longer rate timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much were Forever stamps at the start of 2025?
They were 73¢ for an ordinary one-ounce First-Class Mail Forever stamp.
What was the final Forever stamp price in 2025?
The price was 78¢ from July 13 through December 31, 2025.
When did Forever stamps increase in 2025?
The 5¢ increase from 73¢ to 78¢ took effect July 13, 2025.
How much did 100 Forever stamps cost at USPS in 2025?
At postage value, 100 ordinary Forever stamps equaled $73.00 before July 13 and $78.00 from July 13 through year-end.
Are 2025 Forever stamps still valid after another rate change?
A valid, unused ordinary Forever stamp remains tied to the current one-ounce First-Class Mail letter rate. The finished mailpiece must still meet the applicable weight, size, shape and service rules.
Official sources: USPS: no January 2025 stamp-price change; USPS July 2025 price announcement; USPS Notice 123 effective July 13, 2025. Historical values checked August 31, 2026.