It seems rare these days to need a stamp.   Most people pay their bills online so they don't need stamps to mail in their payments.  I had to go to the post office the other day to buy a stamp so I could mail my Dad's birthday card to him.  That was a pain, I opted not to stand in the line and used the self-serve kiosk.

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Why does the thought of making a trip to the post office feel so cringe to most people?

The thought of having to drive to a post office, get out of your car, and stand in line is enough to make anyone anxious.

My coworker texted me earlier and asked where they could get stamps without a trip to the post office and I started on a mission to find the answers.

Where in Amarillo can you get stamps without going to the post office?

Skip the Post Office: Places to Buy Stamps in Amarillo

Sometimes there just isn't enough time in the day to go to the post office and buy stamps. Here are some other places in Amarillo where you can purchase stamps other than the post office.

Gallery Credit: Lori Crofford

For the most part, you can buy postage stamps at most places where you purchase groceries, office supplies, or packing materials. Businesses that ship packages often carry stamps as well. Additionally, many banks sell stamps through their ATMs or tellers, so the next time you're at the bank, be sure to check for future reference.

If you don't want to search for a place that sells stamps, you can simply drive to your nearest post office. You can either wait in line to buy stamps from the post office clerk or use the self-service kiosk.

  • Lone Star - 5000 S. Western
  • Jordan - 8301 W. Amarillo Blvd
  • San Jacinto - 307 S. Western
  • Main Post Office - 2301 Ross
  • Downtown Amarillo - 505 9th Ave
  • North Amarillo - 841 Martin Rd.

The next time you are caught needing to mail a letter or card, rest assured you are probably near somewhere where you can pop in and buy some stamps.

How Much Did Stamps Cost the Year You Were Born?

Here's a look at the cost of postage throughout the years, beginning in 1863. The price listed is for letters weighing up to one ounce.

Gallery Credit: George McIntyre

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Gallery Credit: Tommy Paradise, Townsquare Media, Canva

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