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

  • U.S. retail sales totaled $8.29 trillion in 2023; projections indicate U.S. sales will surpass $11.4 trillion by 2030.
  • An estimated 135.3 million primary household shoppers patronize 1.08 million stores* in the United States.
  • Worldwide, online shopping revenue totaled $5.78 trillion in 2023; projections indicate revenue will exceed $12.2 trillion in 2030. 
  • U.S. online retail sales totaled $1.24 trillion in 2023; projections indicate the national e-commerce market value will reach $2.82 trillion in 2030.
  • America’s largest retailer is Walmart, with  $642.6 billion of worldwide net sales in fiscal year (FY) 2024.

*This refers to physical storefronts. Including non-store retailers and sole proprietorships, there are over 2.89 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

2024 Retail Sales Statistics

Market growth has slowed to pre-pandemic levels.

  • Global retail sales are expected to reach $30.6 trillion in 2024, up 4.37% from 2023.
  • Between 2023 and 2030, global retail sales will see a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.35%. 
  • U.S. retail sales are projected to total $8.64 trillion, up 4.11% from 2023. 
  • U.S. retail sales totaled $1.72 trillion in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, up 2.79% from 2023 Q1.
  • In the first five (5) months of 2024, U.S. retail sales totaled $3.44 trillion, up 3.36% from the same period in 2023
  • U.S. e-commerce sales totaled $532.1 billion in the first five months of 2024, accounting for 15.5% of all retail sales.
  • Between 2023 and 2030, U.S. retail sales will have a CAGR of 4.72%.

Bar Graph: U.S. Retail Sales in trillions from 2017 ($5.73) to 2023 ($8.29) according to the U.S. Census Bureau with projections from 2024 ($8.64) to 2030 ($11.5) 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.

  • In 2023, U.S. retail sales totaled $8.294 trillion, up 4.16% from 2022.
  • American retail sales revenue represents 28.3% of global retail.
  • In-store sales represented 85.0% of U.S. retail revenue in 2023; 15.0% of U.S. retail sales revenue was e-commerce.
  • U.S. online retail sales revenue surpassed $1.24 trillion in 2023, up 11.3% from 2022. 
  • In December 2023, retail sales totaled $765.8 billion, up 4.01% from December 2022. 
  • The average American consumer spends $21,127 on retail over 12 months.
  • Excluding automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants, U.S. retail sales totaled $5.62 trillion in 2023, which is equivalent to 67.7% of all U.S. retail sales.
  • U.S. brick-and-mortar retail stores sold $7.05 trillion in merchandise in 2023.
  • eCommerce sales growth outpaced brick-and-mortar sales growth by 428%.
  • A net 1,820 new brick-and-mortar locations opened in 2023, which is 70.6% less than opened in 2022.
  • 80% of all U.S. retail purchases take place in brick-and-mortar stores.
  • U.S. retail sales totaled $8.02 trillion in 2022, up 8.92% YoY.

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 $29.3 trillion in 2023, up 3.87% from 2022.
  • Brick-and-mortar retail represents 80.3% of worldwide retail sales; 19.7% of global sales revenue is e-commerce.
  • Global online shopping revenue was valued at $5.78 trillion in 2023, up 8.91% YoY. 
  • Worldwide, brick-and-mortar retail sales totaled $23.5 trillion in 2023, up 2.70% YoY.
  • Projections indicate that global brick-and-mortar or in-store sales will total $30.3 trillion in 2030.
  • Worldwide retail sales totaled $28.2 trillion in 2022, up 8.31% YoY.

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 4.72 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, approximately 135.3 million primary household consumers or consumer units (CU) live and shop in the United States; projections indicate there will be 144.0 million by 2030.

Line Graph: U.S. Retail Sales History in trillions from 2008 ($4.39) to 2023 ($8.29) 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 2.71 billion people worldwide will shop online in 2024.
  • 266 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 2023 Domestic Sales
(in billions)
Sales Growth
(2022 – 2023)
1 Walmart $534.00 6.87%
2 Amazon $250.10 7.59%
3 Costco Wholesale $175.40 6.9%
4 The Kroger Co. $149.60 1.35%
5 The Home Depot $141.50 -3.08%
6 CVS Health Corporation $113.90 7.29%
7 Target $105.80 -1.6%
8 Walgreens Boots Alliance $105.10 1.15%
9 Lowe’s Companies $84.04 -5.87%
10 Albertsons Companies $77.86 2.25%
11 Apple Stores / iTunes $69.05 -2.25%
12 Royal Ahold Delhaize USA $59.43 3.88%
13 Publix Super Markets $57.10 4.7%
14 Aldi $47.70 18.6%
15 TJX Companies $41.93 9.14%
16 Best Buy $40.05 -6.32%
17 Dollar General $38.68 2.1%
18 H.E. Butt Grocery $38.63 11.0%
19 Dollar Tree $30.17 8.1%
20 7-Eleven $27.88 -7.53%
21 Ace Hardware $26.29 -0.34%
22 Macy’s $23.00 -5.15%
23 Meijer $21.95 3.6%
24 BJ’s Wholesale Club $21.43 4.59%
25 AT&T Wireless $20.81 -2.21%

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 seven (7) 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 5th 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.
  • Delaware saw the largest YoY retail sales growth rate (7.5% from March 2023 to 2024).
  • The following states are home to a combined 31,751 retail stores (19,384 private retailers including sole proprietorships) but do not collect sales taxes: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon.

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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 19,353 private retailers including 10,209 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Alabama retailers will make $74.9 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Alabama increased 1.7% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Alabama retail employees earn an average of $711 per week.
  • 52.8% of Alabama stores are independent retailers.
  • 9.98% of Alabama small businesses are retailers.
  • Alabama retail stores will collect an estimated $3.00 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Alaska Local Shopping Statistics

Alaska is home to 2,362 stores, including 1,618 local retailers.

  • Alaska sales are estimated to be $13.5 billion for 2024; the State of Alaska does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in Alaska increased 2.2% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Alaska retail employees earn an average of $802 per week.
  • 68.5% of Alaska stores are independent retailers.
  • 8.36% of Alaska small businesses are retailers.

Arizona Local Shopping Statistics

Arizona is home to 16,800 stores, including 9,444 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Arizona retailers will make $212 billion in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Arizona remained constant from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Arizona retail employees earn an average of $867 per week.
  • 56.2% of Arizona stores are independent retailers.
  • 8.28% of Arizona small businesses are retailers.
  • Arizona retail stores will collect an estimated $11.9 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Arkansas Local Shopping Statistics

Arkansas is home to 11,092 stores, including 6,233 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Arkansas retailers will make $77.1 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Arkansas increased 0.2% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Arkansas retail employees earn an average of $677 per week.
  • 56.2% of Arkansas stores are independent retailers.
  • 10.0% of Arkansas small businesses are retailers.
  • Arkansas retail stores will collect an estimated $5.01 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

California Local Shopping Statistics

California is home to 107,928 stores, including 68,478 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, California retailers will make $737 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in California decreased 0.1% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • California retail employees earn an average of $923 per week.
  • 63.4% of California stores are independent retailers.
  • 7.87% of California small businesses are retailers.
  • California retail stores will collect an estimated $53.4 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

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

Colorado Local Shopping Statistics

Colorado is home to 18,816 stores, including 11,747 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Colorado retailers will make $156 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Colorado increased 1.3% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Colorado retail employees make an average of $840 per week.
  • 62.4% of Colorado store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.45% of Colorado small businesses are retailers.
  • Colorado retail stores will collect an estimated $4.52 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Connecticut Local Shopping Statistics

Connecticut is home to 12,930 stores, including 7,586 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Connecticut retailers will make $94.9 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Connecticut increased 2.2% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Connecticut retail employees make an average of $874 per week.
  • 58.7% of Connecticut store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.84% of Connecticut small businesses are retailers.
  • Connecticut retail stores will collect an estimated $6.03 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Delaware Local Shopping Statistics

Delaware is home to 3,780 stores, including 2,215 local retailers.

  • Delaware sales are estimated to be $17.5 billion for 2024; the State of Delaware does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in Delaware increased 7.5% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Delaware retail employees make an average of $755 per week.
  • 58.6% of Delaware store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.14% of Delaware small businesses are retailers.

District of Columbia Local Shopping Statistics

D.C. is home to 2,107 stores, including 1,163 local retailers.

  • Based on collected retail sales tax, D.C. retailers will make $30.3 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in the District of Columbia increased 0.2% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • D.C. retail employees make an average of $937 per week.
  • 55.2% of D.C. store locations are independent retailers.
  • 4.39% of D.C. small businesses are retailers.
  • D.C. retail stores will collect an estimated $1.82 billion in sales tax in 2024.

Florida Local Shopping Statistics

Florida is home to 85,983 stores, including 47,346 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Florida retailers will make $695 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Florida increased 1.5% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Florida retail employees make an average of $821 per week.
  • 55.1% of Florida store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.46% of Florida small businesses are retailers.
  • Florida retail stores will collect an estimated $41.7 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Georgia Local Shopping Statistics

Georgia is home to 36,429 stores, including 21,375 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Georgia retailers will make $220 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Georgia increased 1.8% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Georgia retail employees make an average of $782 per week.
  • 58.7% of Georgia store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.30% of Georgia small businesses are retailers.
  • Georgia retail stores will collect an estimated $8.81 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Hawaii Local Shopping Statistics

Hawaii is home to 4,695 stores, including 2,446 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Hawaii retailers will make $125 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Hawaii decreased 0.3% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Hawaii retail employees make an average of $825 per week.
  • 52.1% of Hawaii store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.2% of Hawaii’s small businesses are retailers.
  • Hawaii retail stores will collect an estimated $4.98 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Idaho Local Shopping Statistics

Idaho is home to 7,301 stores, including 3,981 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Idaho retailers will make $48.6 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Idaho decreased 0.1% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Idaho retail employees make an average of $783 per week.
  • 54.5% of Idaho store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.3% of Idaho small businesses are retailers.
  • Idaho retail stores will collect an estimated $2.92 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Illinois Local Shopping Statistics

Illinois is home to 35,298 stores, including 21,706 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Illinois retailers will make $232 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Illinois increased 0.5% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Illinois retail employees make an average of $808 per week.
  • 61.5% of Illinois store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.86% of Illinois small businesses are retailers.
  • Illinois retail stores will collect an estimated $14.5 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Indiana Local Shopping Statistics

Indiana is home to 21,214 stores, including 11,301 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Indiana retailers will make $155 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Indiana decreased 0.7% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Indiana retail employees make an average of $705 per week.
  • 53.3% of Indiana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.89% of Indiana small businesses are retailers.
  • Indiana retail stores will collect an estimated $10.8 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Iowa Local Shopping Statistics

Iowa is home to 11,113 stores, including 6,335 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Iowa retailers will make $77.3 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Iowa decreased 0.6% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Iowa retail employees make an average of $669 per week.
  • 57.0% of Iowa store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.0% of Iowa small businesses are retailers.
  • Iowa retail stores will collect an estimated $4.64 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Kansas Local Shopping Statistics

Kansas is home to 9,076 stores, including 5,839 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Kansas retailers will make $64.1 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Kansas remained constant from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Kansas retail employees make an average of $679 per week.
  • 64.3% of Kansas store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.3% of Kansas small businesses are retailers.
  • Kansas retail stores will collect an estimated $4.16 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Kentucky Local Shopping Statistics

Kentucky is home to 17,150 stores, including 8,479 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Kentucky retailers will make $94.1 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Kentucky increased 1.0% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Kentucky retail employees make an average of $699 per week.
  • 49.4% of Kentucky store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.4% of Kentucky small businesses are retailers.
  • Kentucky retail stores will collect an estimated $5.65 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Louisiana Local Shopping Statistics

Louisiana is home to 18,900 stores, including 9,541 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Louisiana retailers will make $106 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Louisiana increased 0.1% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Louisiana retail employees make an average of $681 per week.
  • 50.5% of Louisiana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.40% of Louisiana small businesses are retailers.
  • Louisiana retail stores will collect an estimated $4.73 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Maine Local Shopping Statistics

Maine is home to 5,933 stores, including 3,847 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Maine retailers will make $37.2 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Maine decreased 2.6% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Maine retail employees make an average of $768 per week.
  • 64.8% of Main store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.10% of Maine small businesses are retailers.
  • Maine retail stores will collect an estimated $2.05 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Maryland Local Shopping Statistics

 Maryland is home to 17,731 stores, including 10,196 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Maryland retailers will make $92.9 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Maryland decreased 0.5% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Maryland retail employees make an average of $817 per week.
  • 57.5% of Mayland store locations are independent retailers. 
  • 7.59% of Maryland small businesses are retailers.
  • Maryland retail stores will collect an estimated $5.57 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Massachusetts Local Shopping Statistics

Massachusetts is home to 22,194 stores, including 14,680 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Massachusetts retailers will make $146 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Massachusetts decreased 1.2% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Massachusetts retail employees make an average of $910 per week.
  • 66.1% of Massachusetts store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.41% of Massachusetts small businesses are retailers.
  • Massachusetts retail stores will collect an estimated $9.14 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Michigan Local Shopping Statistics

Michigan is home to 35,152 stores, including 20,985 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Michigan retailers will make $184 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Michigan increased 1.1% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Michigan retail employees make an average of $789 per week.
  • 59.7% of Michigan store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.40% of Michigan small businesses are retailers.
  • Michigan retail stores will collect an estimated $11.1 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Minnesota Local Shopping Statistics

Minnesota is home to 17,838 stores, including 10,790 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Minnesota retailers will make $111 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Minnesota decreased 0.2% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Minnesota retail employees make an average of $756 per week.
  • 60.5% of Minnesota store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.60% of Minnesota small businesses are retailers.
  • Minnesota retail stores will collect an estimated $7.66 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Mississippi Local Shopping Statistics

Mississippi is home to 12,429 stores, including 6,683 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Mississippi retailers will make $72.6 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Mississippi increased 0.1% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Mississippi retail employees make an average of $630 per week.
  • 53.8% of Mississippi store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.73% of Mississippi small businesses are retailers.
  • Mississippi retail stores will collect an estimated $5.08 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Missouri Local Shopping Statistics

Missouri is home to 21,118 stores, including 11,370 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Missouri retailers will make $120 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Missouri decreased 0.8% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Missouri retail employees make an average of $719 per week.
  • 53.8% of Missouri store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.82% of Missouri small businesses are retailers.
  • Missouri retail stores will collect an estimated $5.09 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Montana Local Shopping Statistics

Montana is home to 5,010 stores, including 3,291 local retailers.

  • Montana sales are estimated to be $19.9 billion for 2024; the State of Montana does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in Montana increased 0.2% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Montana retail employees make an average of $801 per week.
  • 65.7% of Montana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.58% of Montana small businesses are retailers.

Nebraska Local Shopping Statistics

Nebraska is home to 6,876 stores, including 4,218 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Nebraska retailers will make $52.8 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Nebraska decreased 3.0% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Nebraska retail employees make an average of $692 per week.
  • 61.3% of Nebraska store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.4%of Nebraska small businesses are retailers.
  • Nebraska retail stores will collect an estimated $2.91 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Nevada Local Shopping Statistics

Nevada is home to 8,182 stores, including 4,848 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Nevada retailers will make $118 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Nevada increased 0.1% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Nevada retail employees make an average of $806 per week.
  • 59.3% of Nevada store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.69% of Nevada small businesses are retailers.
  • Nevada retail stores will collect an estimated $8.06 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

New Hampshire Local Shopping Statistics

New Hampshire is home to 5,817 stores, including 3,300 local retailers.

  • New Hampshire sales are estimated to be $30.9 billion for 2024; the State of New Hampshire does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in New Hampshire decreased 1.8% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • New Hampshire retail employees make an average of $895 per week.
  • 56.7% of New Hampshire store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.23% of New Hampshire small businesses are retailers.

New Jersey Local Shopping Statistics

New Jersey is home to 29,841 stores, including 20,651 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, New Jersey retailers will make $194 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in New Jersey increased 2.8% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • New Jersey retail employees make an average of $877 per week.
  • 69.2% of New Jersey store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.24% of New Jersey small businesses are retailers.
  • New Jersey retail stores will collect an estimated $12.9 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

New Mexico Local Shopping Statistics

New Mexico is home to 6,400 stores, including 3,292 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, New Mexico retailers will make $75.9 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in New Mexico increased 0.6% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • New Mexico retail employees make an average of $695 per week.
  • 51.4% of store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.01% of New Mexico small businesses are retailers.
  • New Mexico retail stores will collect an estimated $3.88 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

New York Local Shopping Statistics

New York is home to 70,153 stores, including 54,858 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, New York retailers will make $485 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in New York increased 4.4% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • New York retail employees make an average of $936 per week.
  • 78.2% of New York store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.11% of New York small businesses are retailers.
  • New York retail stores will collect an estimated $19.4 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

North Carolina Local Shopping Statistics

North Carolina is home to 38,868 stores, including 19,520 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, North Carolina retailers will make $247 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in North Carolina increased 0.4% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • North Carolina retail employees make an average of $739 per week.
  • 50.2% of North Carolina store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.89% of North Carolina small businesses are retailers.
  • North Carolina retail stores will collect an estimated $11.7 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

North Dakota Local Shopping Statistics

North Dakota is home to 3,172 stores, including 1,905 local retailers. 

  • Based on collected state sales tax, North Dakota retailers will make $31.4 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in North Dakota decreased 0.6% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • North Dakota retail employees make an average of $772 per week.
  • 60.1% of North Dakota store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.2% of North Dakota small businesses are retailers.
  • North Dakota retail stores will collect an estimated $1.57 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Ohio Local Shopping Statistics

Ohio is home to 35,724 stores, including 18,546 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Ohio retailers will make $271 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Ohio increased 1.9% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Ohio retail employees make an average of $716 per week.
  • 51.9% of Ohio store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.17% of Ohio small businesses are retailers.
  • Ohio retail stores will collect an estimated $15.6 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Oklahoma Local Shopping Statistics

Oklahoma is home to 14,630 stores, including 7,850 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Oklahoma retailers will make $81.0 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Oklahoma decreased 1.0% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Oklahoma retail employees make an average of $699 per week.
  • 53.7% of Oklahoma store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.55% of Oklahoma small businesses are retailers.
  • Oklahoma retail stores will collect an estimated $3.65 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Oregon Local Shopping Statistics

Oregon is home to 14,782 stores, including 8,960 local retailers.

  • Oregon retail sales revenue in 2024 totaled an estimated $63.8 billion; the State of Oregon does not collect retail sales tax.
  • Retail sales dollars in Oregon increased 1.0% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Oregon retail employees make an average of $805 per week.
  • 60.6% of Oregon store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.97% of Oregon small businesses are retailers.

Pennsylvania Local Shopping Statistics

Pennsylvania is home to 40,409 stores, including 24,001 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Pennsylvania retailers will make $252 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Pennsylvania increased 2.7% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Pennsylvania retail employees make an average of $716 per week.
  • 59.4% of Pennsylvania store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.77% of Pennsylvania small businesses are retailers.
  • Pennsylvania retail stores will collect an estimated $15.1 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Rhode Island Local Shopping Statistics

Rhode Island is home to 3,926 stores, including 2,433 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Rhode Island retailers will make $21.7 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Rhode Island increased 0.6% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Rhode Island retail employees make an average of $801 per week.
  • 62.0% of Rhode Island store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.80% of Rhode Island small businesses are retailers.
  • Rhode Island retail stores will collect an estimated $1.52 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

South Carolina Local Shopping Statistics

South Carolina is home to 20,067 stores, including 10,037 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, South Carolina retailers will make $115 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in South Carolina increased 0.3% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • South Carolina retail employees make an average of $718 per week.
  • 50.0% of South Carolina store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.31% of South Carolina small businesses are retailers.
  • South Carolina retail stores will collect an estimated $6.89 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

South Dakota Local Shopping Statistics

South Dakota is home to 3,816 stores, including 2,478 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, South Dakota retailers will make $35.0 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in South Dakota decreased 0.4% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • South Dakota retail employees make an average of $729 per week.
  • 64.9% of South Dakota store locations are independent retailers.
  • 12.1% of South Dakota small businesses are retailers.
  • South Dakota retail stores will collect an estimated $1.58 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Tennessee Local Shopping Statistics

Tennessee is home to 25,391 stores, including 13,030 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Tennessee retailers will make $198 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Tennessee decreased 1.7% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Tennessee retail employees make an average of $793 per week.
  • 51.3% of Tennessee store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.40% of Tennessee small businesses are retailers.
  • Tennessee retail stores will collect an estimated $13.9 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Texas Local Shopping Statistics

Texas is home to 84,981 stores, including 45,934 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Texas retailers will make $741 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Texas decreased 0.3% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Texas retail employees make an average of $809 per week.
  • 54.1% of Texas store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.46% of Texas small businesses are retailers.
  • Texas retail stores will collect an estimated $46.3 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Utah Local Shopping Statistics

Utah is home to 11,219 stores, including 6,986 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Utah retailers will make $103 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Utah increased 0.5% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Utah retail employees make an average of $830 per week.
  • 62.3% of Utah store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.68% of Utah small businesses are retailers.
  • Utah retail stores will collect an estimated $4.99 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Vermont Local Shopping Statistics

Vermont is home to 2,944 stores, including 1,987 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Vermont retailers will make $10.2 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Vermont decreased 0.8% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Vermont retail employees make an average of $836 per week.
  • 67.5% of store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.43% of Vermont small businesses are retailers.
  • Vermont retail stores will collect an estimated $610 million in state sales tax in 2024.

Virginia Local Shopping Statistics

Virginia is home to 25,046 stores, including 14,514 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Virginia retailers will make $165 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Virginia increased 0.2% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Virginia retail employees make an average of $757 per week.
  • 57.9% of Virginia store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.11% of Virginia small businesses are retailers.
  • Virginia retail stores will collect an estimated $7.10 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Washington Local Shopping Statistics

Washington is home to 19,974 stores, including 13,605 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Washington retailers will make $336 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Washington increased 0.6% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Washington retail employees make an average of $902 per week.
  • 68.1% of Washington store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.63% of Washington’s small businesses are retailers.
  • Washington retail stores will collect an estimated $21.8 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

West Virginia Local Shopping Statistics

West Virginia is home to 6,440 stores, including 2,825 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, West Virginia retailers will make $29.7 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in West Virginia increased 1.4% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • West Virginia retail employees make an average of $660 per week.
  • 43.9% of West Virginia store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.9% of West Virginia small businesses are retailers.
  • West Virginia retail stores will collect an estimated $1.78 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Wisconsin Local Shopping Statistics

Wisconsin is home to 17,343 stores, including 10,773 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Wisconsin retailers will make $141 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Wisconsin decreased 0.5% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Wisconsin retail employees make an average of $693 per week.
  • 62.1% of Wisconsin store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.1% of Wisconsin small businesses are retailers.
  • Wisconsin retail stores will collect an estimated $7.04 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

Wyoming Local Shopping Statistics

Wyoming is home to 2,444 stores including 1,757 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Wyoming retailers will make $31.8 billion in sales in 2024.
  • Retail sales dollars in Wyoming decreased 2.1% from March 2023 to 2024.
  • Wyoming retail employees make an average of $719 per week.
  • 71.9% of Wyoming store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.77% of Wyoming small businesses are retailers.
  • Wyoming retail stores will collect an estimated $1.27 billion in state sales tax in 2024.

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.
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  9. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
  10. Tax Foundation, State Tax Policy
  11. The World Counts, Consumers
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