Postage Stamps for Small Business Owners

If your business mails 50 invoices a month, you spend about $492 per year on stamps at USPS prices. At discount prices ($0.25-0.40 per stamp), that drops to $150-240. The savings go straight to your bottom line.

Which Format Works Best for Business?

• Rolls of 100: Lowest per-stamp price. Easy to store in a desk drawer. Best for consistent monthly volume.
• Books of 20: More portable. Good if different team members need stamps.
• Mixed lots: Various designs at the best available price. Good if design does not matter.

Record-Keeping Tip

Stamp purchases are an office supply expense. Keep your receipts. If you buy in bulk once or twice a year, the paperwork is minimal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I deduct stamp purchases as a business expense?

Yes. Postage is a deductible office supply expense for businesses. Keep your receipts and categorize stamp purchases under office supplies or postage in your accounting system.

How many stamps should a small business keep on hand?

A good rule of thumb: keep at least one month of mailing volume on hand, plus a buffer of 20-30%. For a business that mails 50 letters per month, a roll of 100 covers two months comfortably.

Is there a bulk business discount beyond the standard discount?

Some sellers offer volume pricing on orders of 500-1,000+ stamps. If your business mails heavily, ask about wholesale or repeat-customer rates.