Rural mail count september 2016

According to the United States Postal Service (USPS), the total number of rural mail routes in the United States as of September 2016 was approximately 143,000. This number has been declining over the years due to the decline in mail volume and the increasing use of electronic communication methods.

Here is a breakdown of the number of rural mail routes in the United States from 2012 to 2016, based on USPS data:

• September 2012: 164,000 rural mail routes
• September 2013: 159,000 rural mail routes
• September 2014: 154,000 rural mail routes
• September 2015: 149,000 rural mail routes
• September 2016: 143,000 rural mail routes

It's worth noting that the USPS has been working to reduce its costs and improve its efficiency by consolidating mail processing facilities and reducing the number of mail routes. However, the decline in rural mail routes has also had an impact on rural communities, where mail delivery is often a vital lifeline for residents.