Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) Career

*A job as a Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) falls under the broader career category of Postal Service Mail Carriers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Postal Service Mail Carriers : Sort and deliver mail for the United States Postal Service (USPS). Deliver mail on established route by vehicle or on foot. Includes postal service mail carriers employed by USPS contractors.


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Postal Service Mail Carrier Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$59,340

Median Hourly Wage

$28.53*

Total Employed Nationally

331,600


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.