Highlights. Worldwide retail sales will total $30.6 trillion in 2024; projections indicate that by 2030, global retail sales will reach $39.4 trillion.

  • U.S. retail sales totaled an estimated $7.48 trillion in 2023; projections indicate U.S. sales will reach $9.81 trillion in 2030.
  • An estimated 135.3 million primary household shoppers patronize 1.07 million stores* in the United States.
  • Worldwide, online shopping revenue is valued at $6.31 trillion in 2023; projections indicate revenue will reach $14.8 trillion in 2030.
  • U.S. online retail sales revenue totaled $1.20 trillion in 2023; projections indicate the national e-commerce market value will reach $3.32 trillion in 2030.
  • America’s largest retailer is Walmart, with $606 billion net sales in fiscal year (FY) 2023.

*This refers to physical storefronts. Including non-store retailers and sole proprietorships, there are over 33 million retailers in the U.S.

Bar Graph: Worldwide Retail Sales in trillions from 2020 ($23.7) to 2022 ($28.2) with projections to 2030 ($39.4) according to Statista

2023 Retail Sales Statistics

Market growth has slowed to pre-pandemic levels.

  • Global retail sales increased by an estimated 3.87% in 2023 compared to total sales in 2022.
  • Brick-and-mortar retail represents 78.5% of worldwide retail sales; 21.5% of global sales revenue is e-commerce.
  • Between 2023 and 2030, global retail sales will see a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.35%.
  • As of 2023 Q3, YTD U.S. retail sales are up 1.5% over the same period in 2022; projections indicate a total of 7.6% growth in 2023.
  • American retail sales revenue represents 21% of global retail.
  • In-store sales represented 85.1% of U.S. retail revenue in the first half of 2023; 14.9% of U.S. retail sales revenue was e-commerce.
  • Between 2023 and 2030, U.S. retail sales will have a CAGR of 3.96%.

Bar Graph: U.S. Retail Sales in trillions from 2017 ($5.73) to 2022 ($7.22) according to the U.S. Census Bureau with projections from 2023 ($7.48) to 2030 ($9.81) according to Statista

U.S. Retail Sales Statistics

The in-store share of retail sales revenue is larger than the share of individual purchases, which may indicate that consumers are less likely to make expensive purchases online.

  • U.S. retail sales totaled $7.23 trillion in 2022, up 11.2% YoY.
  • In December 2023, retail sales totaled $709.9 billion, up 5.6% from December 2022.
  • The average American consumer spends $19,653 on retail over 12 months.
  • Excluding automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants, U.S. retail sales totaled $4.9 trillion in 2022, which is equivalent to 68% of all U.S. retail sales.
  • U.S. online retail sales revenue surpassed $1.03 trillion in 2022; in Q3 2023, online retail sales totaled $271.1 billion.
  • U.S. brick-and-mortar retail stores sold $6.168 trillion in merchandise in 2022.
  • Brick-and-mortar sales growth outpaced e-commerce sales growth by 50%.
  • A net 6,180 new brick-and-mortar locations opened in 2022, which is 48.2% more than opened in 2021.
  • 80% of all U.S. retail purchases are in brick-and-mortar stores.

Bar Graph: Number of Retail Shoppers Worldwide in billions from 2017 (3.5) to 2022 (4.5) according to The World Counts with projections to 2030 (5.6)

World Retail Sales Statistics

Global retail sales growth is generally slower than U.S. retail sales growth.

  • Worldwide retail sales totaled $28.2 trillion in 2022, up 8.31% YoY.
  • Global online shopping revenue was valued at $5.72 trillion in 2022, up 9.71% YoY.
  • Worldwide, brick-and-mortar retail sales totaled $21.6 trillion in 2022, up 7.96% YoY.
  • Projections indicate that global brick-and-mortar (in-store) sales will total $28.9 trillion in 2030.

Bar Graph: U.S. Primary Household Shoppers in millions from 2017 (130) to 2022 (134) according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics with projections to 2030 (144)

Retail Shopping Statistics

A consumer is defined as someone who spends an average of $10 per day on goods and services.

  • As of 2024, there are 4.64 billion consumers or retail shoppers worldwide; projections indicate there will be 5.6 billion by 2030.
  • The number of global consumers increased at an average annual rate of 5.41% from 2017 (3.5 billion) to 2023.
  • As of 2023, 136.3 million consumers live and shop in the United States; projections indicate there will be 146.3 million by 2030.

Line Graph: U.S. Retail Sales History in trillions from 2005 ($3.69) to 2020 ($5.57) according to the U.S. Census Bureau

Retail Online Shopping Statistics

Every year, consumers make a growing share of their retail purchases online.

  • An estimated 2.46 billion people worldwide will shop online this year.
  • 265 million or 79% of Americans shop online.
  • 72% of consumers shop in brick-and-mortar stores on a weekly basis.
  • 45% of consumers primarily shop in stores.
  • Shoppers are 19.2% more likely to purchase from stores that offer omnichannel pick-up services (such as curbside pick-up).
Top 25 U.S. Retailers
Rank Company 2022 Domestic Sales
(in billions)
Sales Growth
(2021 – 2022)
1 Walmart $499.65 8.74%
2 Amazon $232.46 6.74%
3 Costco Wholesale $164.15 16.9%
4 The Kroger Co. $147.62 8.15%
5 The Home Depot $145.94 4.20%
6 Target $107.59 2.84%
7 CVS Health Corporation $106.18 13.7%
8 Walgreens Boots Alliance $103.91 -4.09%
9 Lowe’s Companies $89.28 1.77%
10 Albertsons Companies $76.15 5.96%
11 Apple Stores / iTunes $70.64 8.95%
12 Royal Ahold Delhaize USA $57.21 6.62%
13 Publix Super Markets $54.53 13.6%
14 Best Buy $42.75 -10.5%
15 Aldi $40.21 8.65%
16 TJX Companies $38.42 0.89%
17 Dollar General $37.87 10.6%
18 H.E. Butt Grocery $34.79 12.2%
19 7-Eleven $30.15 26.5%
20 Dollar Tree $27.91 7.64%
21 Ace Hardware $26.38 6.93%
22 Macy’s $24.25 0.08%
23 Verizon Wireless $17.70 -10.5%
24 AT&T Wireless $21.28 3.00%
25 Meijer $21.18 5.58%

Top  U.S. Retailer Statistics

Top retailers are listed by the highest gross sales.

  • Walmart is the #1 retailer in the United States – and the world – by revenue.
  • Walmart has been the highest-grossing retailer in the U.S. for at least six (6) years running.
  • Amazon grew to the #2 retailer in the United States from #3 in 2017 and #7 in 2016.
  • Costco is the 3rd largest U.S. retailer and the 5th largest retailer worldwide.
  • Kroger declined from the #2 highest-grossing U.S. retailer in 2016; it is now #4.
  • The Home Depot is the 4th largest U.S. retailer and the 9th largest retailer worldwide.

National Map: Number of Private Retailers per State in thousands according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)

Retail Statistics by State

Retail sales figures at the state level are estimates based on state sales tax returns (which logically excludes any un-taxed sales items); for states with no sales tax, estimates are based on the year’s third-quarter revenues.

  • The average retail shop (excluding sole proprietorships) in Hawaii makes more than its retail equivalent in every other state.
  • Iowa saw the largest YoY retail sales growth rate (9.6% from September 2022 to 2023).
  • The following states are home to a combined 3.52 million retail stores (30,106 private retailers including sole proprietorships) but do not collect sales taxes: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon.

National Map: Share of Small Businesses That Are Retailers according to the U.S. Small Business Administration

Alabama Local Shopping Statistics

Alabama is home to 150,278 private retailers including 42,186 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Alabama retailers made $73.2 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Alabama increased 1.2% in 2023.
  • Alabama retail employees earn an average of $1,087 per week.
  • 28.1% of Alabama stores are independent retailers
  • 9.99% of Alabama small businesses are retailers.
  • Alabama retail stores collected $2.93 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Alaska Local Shopping Statistics

Alaska is home to 23,392 stores, including 6,004 local retailers. 

  • Alaska sales are estimated to be $12.8 billion for 2022; the State of Alaska does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in Alaska increased 2.9% in 2023.
  • Alaska retail employees earn an average of $1,245 per week.
  • 25.6% of Alaska stores are independent retailers.
  • 8.36% of Alaska small businesses are retailers.

Arizona Local Shopping Statistics

Arizona is home to 216,306 stores, including 53,827 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Arizona retailers made $190 billion in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Arizona increased 3.5% in 2023.
  • Arizona retail employees earn an average of $1,248 per week.
  • 24.9% of Arizona stores are independent retailers.
  • 8.27% of Arizona small businesses are retailers.
  • Arizona retail stores collected $10.6 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Arkansas Local Shopping Statistics

Arkansas is home to 98,967 stores, including 26,848 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Arkansas retailers made $70.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Arkansas increased 0.8% in 2023.
  • Arkansas retail employees earn an average of $1,020 per week.
  • 27.1% of Arkansas stores are independent retailers.
  • 10.0% of Arkansas small businesses are retailers.
  • Arkansas retail stores collected $4.55 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

California Local Shopping Statistics

California is home to 1,731,270 stores, including 326,162 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, California retailers made $708 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in California increased 3.2% in 2023.
  • California retail employees earn an average of $1,617 per week.
  • 18.8% of California stores are independent retailers.
  • 7.86% of California small businesses are retailers.
  • California retail stores collected $51.3 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

National Map: Number of Local Retail Employers per State in thousands according to the BLS

Colorado Local Shopping Statistics

Colorado is home to 253,091 stores, including 51,041 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Colorado retailers made $145 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Colorado increased 1.6% in 2023.
  • Colorado retail employees make an average of $1,433 per week.
  • 20.2% of Colorado store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.4% of Colorado small businesses are retailers.
  • Colorado retail stores collected $4.20 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Connecticut Local Shopping Statistics

Connecticut is home to 144,600 stores, including 27,743 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Connecticut retailers made $97.5 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Connecticut increased 0.2% in 2023.
  • Connecticut retail employees make an average of $1,508 per week.
  • 19.2% of Connecticut store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.83% of Connecticut small businesses are retailers.
  • Connecticut retail stores collected $6.19 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Delaware Local Shopping Statistics

Delaware is home to 40,947 stores, including 8,993 local retailers.

  • Delaware sales are estimated to be $16.6 billion for 2022; the State of Delaware does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in Delaware increased 2.5% in 2023.
  • Delaware retail employees make an average of $1,266 per week.
  • 22.0% of Delaware store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.1% of Delaware small businesses are retailers.

District of Columbia Local Shopping Statistics

D.C. is home to 50,946 stores, including 3,316 local retailers.

  • Based on collected retail sales tax, D.C. retailers made $24.2 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in the District of Columbia increased 2.7% in 2023.
  • D.C. retail employees make an average of $2,019 per week.
  • 6.5% of D.C. store locations are independent retailers.
  • 4.3% of D.C. small businesses are retailers.
  • D.C. retail stores collected $1.45 billion in sales tax in 2022.

Florida Local Shopping Statistics

Florida is home to 885,935 stores, including 233,693 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Florida retailers made $662 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Florida increased 3.9% in 2023.
  • Florida retail employees make an average of $1,221 per week.
  • 26.4% of Florida store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.4% of Florida small businesses are retailers.
  • Florida retail stores collected $39.7 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Georgia Local Shopping Statistics

Georgia is home to 376,037 stores, including 101,489 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Georgia retailers made $204 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Georgia increased 1.3% in 2023.
  • Georgia retail employees make an average of $2,259 per week.
  • 27.0% of Georgia store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.2% of Georgia small businesses are retailers.
  • Georgia retail stores collected $8.17 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Hawaii Local Shopping Statistics

Hawaii is home to 54,584 stores, including 13,692 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Hawaii retailers made $141 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Hawaii increased 2.7% in 2023.
  • Hawaii retail employees make an average of $1,160 per week.
  • 25.1% of Hawaii store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.2% of Hawaii’s small businesses are retailers.
  • Hawaii retail stores collected $5.65 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Idaho Local Shopping Statistics

Idaho is home to 91,477 stores, including 19,334 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Idaho retailers made $45.4 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Idaho increased 0.3% in 2023.
  • Idaho retail employees make an average of $1,048 per week.
  • 21.1% of Idaho store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.3% of Idaho small businesses are retailers.
  • Idaho retail stores collected $2.72 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Illinois Local Shopping Statistics

Illinois is home to 402,085 stores, including 111,316 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Illinois retailers made $217 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Illinois increased 1.8% in 2023.
  • Illinois retail employees make an average of $1,363 per week.
  • 27.7% of Illinois store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.85% of Illinois small businesses are retailers.
  • Illinois retail stores collected $13.6 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Indiana Local Shopping Statistics

Indiana is home to 185,967 stores, including 53,100 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Indiana retailers made $146 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Indiana increased 0.9% in 2023.
  • Indiana retail employees make an average of $1,109 per week.
  • 28.6% of Indiana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.88% of Indiana small businesses are retailers.
  • Indiana retail stores collected $10.2 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Iowa Local Shopping Statistics

Iowa is home to 104,225 stores, including 29,904 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Iowa retailers made $70.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Iowa increased 9.6% in 2023.
  • Iowa retail employees make an average of $1,078 per week.
  • 28.7% of Iowa store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.9% of Iowa small businesses are retailers.
  • Iowa retail stores collected $4.20 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Kansas Local Shopping Statistics

Kansas is home to 93,700 stores, including 26,337 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Kansas retailers made $64.7 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Kansas increased 0.2% in 2023.
  • Kansas retail employees make an average of $670 per week.
  • 66.0% of Kansas store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.3% of Kansas small businesses are retailers.
  • Kansas retail stores collected $4.21 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Kentucky Local Shopping Statistics

Kentucky is home to 144,070 stores, including 37,783 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Kentucky retailers made $80.5 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Kentucky decreased 0.2% in 2023.
  • Kentucky retail employees make an average of $1,087 per week.
  • 26.2% of Kentucky store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.4% of Kentucky small businesses are retailers.
  • Kentucky retail stores collected $4.83 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Louisiana Local Shopping Statistics

Louisiana is home to 148,059 stores, including 39,028 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Louisiana retailers made $99.7 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Louisiana increased 1.2% in 2023.
  • Louisiana retail employees make an average of $1,090 per week.
  • 26.4% of Louisiana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.39% of Louisiana small businesses are retailers.
  • Louisiana retail stores collected $4.44 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Maine Local Shopping Statistics

Maine is home to 61,837 stores, including 13,605 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Maine retailers made $33.9 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Maine increased 2.6% in 2023.
  • Maine retail employees make an average of $1,124 per week.
  • 22% of Main store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.1% of Maine small businesses are retailers.
  • Maine retail stores collected $1.86 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Maryland Local Shopping Statistics

Maryland is home to 183,200 stores, including 48,559 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Maryland retailers made $105 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Maryland increased 2.0% in 2023.
  • Maryland retail employees make an average of $1,340 per week.
  • 26.5% of Mayland store locations are independent retailers. 
  • 7.5% of Maryland small businesses are retailers.
  • Maryland retail stores collected $6.31 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Massachusetts Local Shopping Statistics

Massachusetts is home to 288,903 stores, including 58,684 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Massachusetts retailers made $131 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Massachusetts increased 4.6% in 2023.
  • Massachusetts retail employees make an average of $1,687 per week.
  • 20.3% of Massachusetts store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.41% of Massachusetts small businesses are retailers.
  • Massachusetts retail stores collected $8.20 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Michigan Local Shopping Statistics

Michigan is home to 310,573 stores, including 85,368 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Michigan retailers made $182 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Michigan increased 1.7% in 2023.
  • Michigan retail employees make an average of $1,219 per week.
  • 27.5% of Michigan store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.4% of Michigan small businesses are retailers.
  • Michigan retail stores collected $10.9 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Minnesota Local Shopping Statistics

Minnesota is home to 198,787 stores, including 50,395 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Minnesota retailers made $103 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Minnesota increased 1.4% in 2023.
  • Minnesota retail employees make an average of $1,314 per week.
  • 25.4% of Minnesota store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.5% of Minnesota small businesses are retailers.
  • Minnesota retail stores collected $7.06 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Mississippi Local Shopping Statistics

Mississippi is home to 83,658 stores, including 25,931 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Mississippi retailers made $67.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Mississippi decreased by 0.6% in 2023.
  • Mississippi retail employees make an average of $901 per week.
  • 30.9% of Mississippi store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.73% of Mississippi small businesses are retailers.
  • Mississippi retail stores collected $4.69 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Missouri Local Shopping Statistics

Missouri is home to 237,125 stores, including 53,882 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Missouri retailers made $89.3 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Missouri increased 1.7% in 2023.
  • Missouri retail employees make an average of $1,150 per week.
  • 22.7% of Missouri store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.82% of Missouri small businesses are retailers.
  • Missouri retail stores collected $3.78 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Montana Local Shopping Statistics

Montana is home to 63,240 stores, including 12,507 local retailers.

  • Montana sales are estimated to be $18.8 billion for 2022; the State of Montana does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in Montana increased 0.2% in 2023.
  • Montana retail employees make an average of $1,039 per week.
  • 19.7% of Montana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.57% of Montana small businesses are retailers.

Nebraska Local Shopping Statistics

Nebraska is home to 73,282 stores, including 18,814 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Nebraska retailers made $45.5 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Nebraska increased 1.8% in 2023.
  • Nebraska retail employees make an average of $1,086 per week.
  • 25.6% of Nebraska store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.3% of Nebraska small businesses are retailers.
  • Nebraska retail stores collected $2.50 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Nevada Local Shopping Statistics

Nevada is home to 105,255 stores, including 27,185 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Nevada retailers made $87.6 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Nevada increased 2.9% in 2023.
  • Nevada retail employees make an average of $1,163 per week.
  • 25.8% of Nevada store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.69% of Nevada small businesses are retailers.
  • Nevada retail stores collected $6.00 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

New Hampshire Local Shopping Statistics

New Hampshire is home to 62,636 stores, including 12,605 local retailers.

  • New Hampshire sales are estimated to be $29.3 billion for 2022; the State of New Hampshire does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in New Hampshire increased 3.5% in 2023.
  • New Hampshire retail employees make an average of $1,400 per week.
  • 20.1% of New Hampshire store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.32% of New Hampshire small businesses are retailers.

New Jersey Local Shopping Statistics

New Jersey is home to 324,754 stores, including 78,478 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, New Jersey retailers made $183 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in New Jersey increased 1.6% in 2023.
  • New Jersey retail employees make an average of $1,460 per week.
  • 24.1% of New Jersey store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.24% of New Jersey small businesses are retailers.
  • New Jersey retail stores collected $12.1 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

New Mexico Local Shopping Statistics

New Mexico is home to 62,719 stores, including 14,258 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, New Mexico retailers made $67.7 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in New Mexico increased 2.0% in 2023.
  • New Mexico retail employees make an average of $1,054 per week.
  • 22.7% of store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.00% of New Mexico small businesses are retailers.
  • New Mexico retail stores collected $3.47 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

New York Local Shopping Statistics

New York is home to 683,418 stores, including 178,966 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, New York retailers made $435 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in New York increased 2.1% in 2023.
  • New York retail employees make an average of $1,606 per week.
  • 26.1% of New York store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.10% of New York small businesses are retailers.
  • New York retail stores collected $17.4 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

North Carolina Local Shopping Statistics

North Carolina is home to 362,717 stores, including 89,685 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, North Carolina retailers made $225 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in North Carolina decreased 0.5% in 2023.
  • North Carolina retail employees make an average of $1,206 per week.
  • 24.7% of North Carolina store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.88% of North Carolina small businesses are retailers.
  • North Carolina retail stores collected $10.7 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

North Dakota Local Shopping Statistics

North Dakota is home to 33,135 stores, including 8,254 local retailers. 

  • Based on collected state sales tax, North Dakota retailers made $27.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in North Dakota increased 2.2% in 2023.
  • North Dakota retail employees make an average of $1,198 per week.
  • 24.9% of North Dakota store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.1% of North Dakota small businesses are retailers.
  • North Dakota retail stores collected $1.35 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Ohio Local Shopping Statistics

Ohio is home to 327,218 stores, including 90,722 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Ohio retailers made $257 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Ohio increased 1.4% in 2023.
  • Ohio retail employees make an average of $1,152 per week.
  • 27.7% of Ohio store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.16% of Ohio small businesses are retailers.
  • Ohio retail stores collected $1.35 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Oklahoma Local Shopping Statistics

Oklahoma is home to 123,709 stores, including 35,491 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Oklahoma retailers made $76.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Oklahoma increased 0.5% in 2023.
  • Oklahoma retail employees make an average of $1,033 per week.
  • 28.6% of Oklahoma store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.54% of Oklahoma small businesses are retailers.
  • Oklahoma retail stores collected $3.42 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Oregon Local Shopping Statistics

Oregon is home to 194,708 stores, including 35,668 local retailers.

  • Oregon retail sales revenue in 2022 totaled an estimated $60.5 billion; the State of Oregon does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in Oregon declined 0.7% in 2023.
  • Oregon retail employees make an average of $1,252 per week.
  • 18.3% of Oregon store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.97% of Oregon small businesses are retailers.

Pennsylvania Local Shopping Statistics

Pennsylvania is home to 379,923 stores, including 105,672 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Pennsylvania retailers made $236 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Pennsylvania increased 2.3% in 2023.
  • Pennsylvania retail employees make an average of $1,272 per week.
  • 27.8% of Pennsylvania store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.76% of Pennsylvania small businesses are retailers.
  • Pennsylvania retail stores collected $14.2 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Rhode Island Local Shopping Statistics

Rhode Island is home to 47,252 stores, including 8,217 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Rhode Island retailers made $19.9 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Rhode Island increased 1.7% in 2027.
  • Rhode Island retail employees make an average of $1,182 per week.
  • 17.3% of Rhode Island store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.80% of Rhode Island small businesses are retailers.
  • Rhode Island retail stores collected $1.40 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

South Carolina Local Shopping Statistics

South Carolina is home to 171,651 stores, including 44,642 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, South Carolina retailers made $74.1 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in South Carolina increased 0.1% in 2023.
  • South Carolina retail employees make an average of $1,071 per week.
  • 26% of South Carolina store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.31% of South Carolina small businesses are retailers.
  • South Carolina retail stores collected $4.45 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

South Dakota Local Shopping Statistics

South Dakota is home to 37,246 stores, including 10,848 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, South Dakota retailers made $32.1 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in South Dakota increased 3.8% in 2023.
  • South Dakota retail employees make an average of $1,041 per week.
  • 29.1% of South Dakota store locations are independent retailers.
  • 12.0% of South Dakota small businesses are retailers.
  • South Dakota retail stores collected $1.44 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Tennessee Local Shopping Statistics

Tennessee is home to 211,350 stores, including 62,470 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Tennessee retailers made $180 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Tennessee decreased 0.2% in 2023.
  • Tennessee retail employees make an average of $1,203 per week.
  • 29.5% of Tennessee store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.39% of Tennessee small businesses are retailers.
  • Tennessee retail stores collected $12.6 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Texas Local Shopping Statistics

Texas is home to 807,872 stores, including 267,529 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Texas retailers made $678 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Texas increased 1.7% in 2023.
  • Texas retail employees make an average of $1,340 per week.
  • 33.1% of Texas store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.46% of Texas small businesses are retailers.
  • Texas retail stores collected $42.4 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Utah Local Shopping Statistics

Utah is home to 131,666 stores, including 35,649 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Utah retailers made $94.6 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Utah increased 0.8% in 2023.
  • Utah retail employees make an average of $1,186 per week.
  • 27% of Utah store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.7% of Utah small businesses are retailers.
  • Utah retail stores collected $4.59 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Vermont Local Shopping Statistics

Vermont is home to 30,353 stores, including 7,427 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Vermont retailers made $9.28 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Vermont decreased 1.1% in 2023.
  • Vermont retail employees make an average of $1,148 per week.
  • 24.3% of store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.42% of Vermont small businesses are retailers.
  • Vermont retail stores collected $557 million in state sales tax in 2022.

Virginia Local Shopping Statistics

Virginia is home to 348,510 stores, including 74,580 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Virginia retailers made $163 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Virginia increased 0.7% in 2023.
  • Virginia retail employees make an average of $1,372 per week.
  • 21.3% of Virginia store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.11% of Virginia small businesses are retailers.
  • Virginia retail stores collected $7.00 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Washington Local Shopping Statistics

Washington is home to 235,891 stores, including 55,628 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Washington retailers made $316 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Washington increased 1.1% in 2023.
  • Washington retail employees make an average of $1,672 per week.
  • 23.5% of Washington store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.62% of Washington’s small businesses are retailers.
  • Washington retail stores collected $20.6 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

West Virginia Local Shopping Statistics

West Virginia is home to 54,841 stores, including 12,975 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, West Virginia retailers made $27.7 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in West Virginia did not change from 2022 to 2023.
  • West Virginia retail employees make an average of $1,043 per week.
  • 23.6% of West Virginia store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.8% of West Virginia small businesses are retailers.
  • West Virginia retail stores collected $1.66 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Wisconsin Local Shopping Statistics

Wisconsin is home to 196,951 stores, including 50,633 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Wisconsin retailers made $137 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Wisconsin increased 1.6% in 2023. 
  • Wisconsin retail employees make an average of $1,125 per week.
  • 25.7% of Wisconsin store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.0% of Wisconsin small businesses are retailers.
  • Wisconsin retail stores collected $6.84 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Wyoming Local Shopping Statistics

Wyoming is home to 29,055 stores including 7,162 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Wyoming retailers made $26.6 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Wyoming decreased 0.2% in 2023.
  • Wyoming retail employees make an average of $1,082 per week.
  • 24.6% of Wyoming store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.76% of Wyoming small businesses are retailers.
  • Wyoming retail stores collected $1.06 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

These data and insights were compiled by the Capital One Shopping team based on publicly available data.

Sources

  1. U.S. Census Bureau
  2. U.S. Small Business Administration, Office of Advocacy
  3. Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, Economic Data
  4. Statista, Industry Overview
  5. National Retail Federation
  6. International Council of Shopping Centers
  7. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Walmart, Inc.
  8. DigitalCommerce360, Omnichannel Retailers Have the Best Conversion Rates
  9. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
  10. Tax Foundation, State Tax Policy
  11. The World Counts, Consumers