United States Postal Service

2.2
187 reviews
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Visit your local Post Office™ at 231 Government Ave SW to find everything you need to send mail and ship packages. Explore our other products and services like money orders, Post Office™ boxes, passports, gift cards, and more

Location

United States Postal Service
231 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC
28602, United States

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Reviews

2.2
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Many customers reported rude and unhelpful interactions with staff, particularly when dealing with lost packages or delivery issues.

Delivery Issues

Frequent complaints about packages being misdelivered, marked as delivered when not, or not delivered at all.

Long Wait Times

Customers consistently mentioned long lines and inadequate staffing, leading to frustrating wait times.

Mixed Experiences

While many reviews were negative, some customers praised specific staff members for their helpfulness and professionalism.
  • RD
    Roger Denton
    Dec 29, 2025
    5.0
    Don't go around lunch time, extremely long lines but fast and exceptional service otherwise 👌
  • BB
    blueandi
    Dec 25, 2025
    1.0
    I ordered something online and it was crap. When I went to return it, it said never delivered. I called CS and they were rude and hung up on me. I went to Morganton USPS on my lunch break with the package in my hand and they said that the Hickory post office never scanned it so I have to go there. I went to the Hickory post office on a Saturday and the line was out the door with only one employee working. I ended not being able to wait. I'm wasting so much of my time and energy to get the post office to mark this package as delivered (because they did deliver it), so that I can be issued a refund. Still hasn't happened yet. This is why people ship UPS.
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    Avery Strong
    Dec 17, 2025
    1.0
    Went to the post office to get my my packages and the same person person telling me its there and havent sort out the mail and told me he usually there sorting if he is there till 9:30 sorting wats up with my packages not unless he trying to steal packages and mail anybody else i dont have a problem with getting my mail and packages no problem its just the dude that normally sort at the front
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    Susan Wilson
    Dec 16, 2025
    1.0
    Was expecting several packages. Mailman handed me 3 of the 4. When I remembered I was supposed to have another one, I looked on Amazon and it said undeliverable. Waited a few days thinking it would be delivered. When I looked again, it was sent back to the seller. Called the post office and they were not concerned in the least. Stated that it was denied by customer. Which is not true. Also asked what I was supposed to do because that was a Christmas gift. Supervisor said I still had 10 days to get another one.. .the audacity. It'll take that long to get a refund. I asked her what was going to happen to the mailman and she stated she would deal with it. I asked if she could give me a call to let me know why he said I refused the package. She stated she would not discuss disciplinary actions. So, more or less, im screwed and they don't care. Very upsetting the lack of accountability at this facility.
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    Jennifer Devoe
    Dec 6, 2025
    1.0
    Wow, it's the Christmas season and one person on Sat at the front desks with 17+ people waiting in line and NO ONE from the back coming to help. You need to do better.

Frequently Asked Questions About United States Postal Service

Can I get a passport application at this Post Office?

Yes, Thousands of Post Offices™ accept first-time passport applications for the U.S. Department of State. Most of those locations can also take your passport photo. Please complete and print your passport application form before you apply.

Is an appointment needed for passport services?

Most Post Offices that offer passport services have set hours, and you'll need to schedule an appointment using our online scheduler. We also offer limited Passport walk-in hours at select locations.