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Quick answer: Our top picks are HotHands Super Warmers (10 Pack), TRENDOUX Touchscreen Winter Gloves and Tough Headwear Fleece Neck Gaiter. Scroll down for all 10 picks, every one under $10.
Your mail carrier shows up in snow, rain and heat all year. A small holiday thank you means a lot, and the best gifts are practical things that make a long route a little easier.
Good to know: USPS employees can generally accept small gifts worth up to about $20 per occasion, but not cash or anything that works like cash. Everything here is well under that.
Our picks
HotHands Super Warmers (10 Pack)
Long lasting warmers that slip into a pocket or glove on cold routes.
View on Amazon →TRENDOUX Touchscreen Winter Gloves
Warm gloves that still work with a scanner or phone screen.
View on Amazon →Tough Headwear Fleece Neck Gaiter
A soft fleece gaiter that blocks wind and cold on long walks.
View on Amazon →Blistex Medicated Lip Balm SPF 15
Protects lips from sun and wind, a small gift every carrier can use.
View on Amazon →Blue Lizard Mineral Sunscreen Stick
An easy, no mess sunscreen stick for the face and ears on sunny days.
View on Amazon →Reflective Safety Vest (2 Pack)
High visibility vests for early mornings and dark winter evenings.
View on Amazon →Nature’s Bakery Raspberry Fig Bars
Individually wrapped fruit bars that are easy to eat between stops.
View on Amazon →Jack Link’s Teriyaki Beef Jerky (5 Pack)
High protein snack packs that keep in the truck all day.
View on Amazon →Power Up Mega Omega Trail Mix
A filling trail mix for long routes and quick breaks.
View on Amazon →Mini Gift Card Envelopes (100 Pack)
Cute envelopes for a handwritten thank you note or a small store gift card.
View on Amazon →Easy mail carrier gift ideas
- Winter: hand warmers plus touchscreen gloves in a gift bag.
- Snack bag: jerky, fig bars and trail mix with a thank you note.
- Safety: a reflective vest for early morning and evening routes.
- Kids can help: have them draw a card and tape it to the mailbox with the gift.
How to give your mail carrier a gift
Leave the gift in or on your mailbox with a note that says it is for your carrier, or hand it to them in person. Keep it small, wrapped and clearly labeled. Skip cash and prepaid cards that work like cash.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good gift for a mail carrier?
Practical gifts are best: hand warmers, touchscreen gloves, a neck gaiter, SPF lip balm or a bag of snacks with a thank you note.
How much should you spend on a gift for your mail carrier?
Most people spend $5 to $20. USPS employees can generally accept gifts worth up to about $20 per occasion, so a gift under $10 is perfect.
Can you give your mail carrier cash?
USPS rules generally do not allow carriers to accept cash or cash equivalents. A small useful gift or snack bag is the better choice.
Prices and availability change often on Amazon, so check the current price on the product page before you buy. Want more ideas? Browse all gifts under $10 or grab our free printable holiday gift checklist.
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