How many mail carriers are there in the us

According to the United States Postal Service (USPS), as of 2020, there are approximately 643,000 career postal employees, including mail carriers, in the United States. This number includes:

  1. City Carrier Associates (CCAs): 134,000
  2. Rural Carrier Associates (RCAs): 114,000
  3. City Carrier (CC) positions: 143,000
  4. Rural Carrier (RC) positions: 52,000
  5. Highway Contract Routes (HCRs): 20,000
  6. Station Mail Handlers: 10,000
  7. Postal Support Employees (PSEs): 70,000

Note that these numbers are subject to change and may not reflect the most up-to-date figures. Additionally, these numbers only account for USPS employees and do not include independent contractors or private carriers who may also deliver mail and packages.

Here's a breakdown of the USPS workforce by occupation:

  1. Mail Carriers (City and Rural): 286,000
  2. Postal Support Employees (PSEs): 70,000
  3. Clerks: 64,000
  4. Maintenance and Motor Vehicle Service Workers: 34,000
  5. Administrative and Management: 23,000
  6. Other occupations: 26,000

Keep in mind that these numbers are approximate and may vary depending on the source and methodology used.