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 $8.33 trillion in 2023; projections indicate U.S. sales will surpass $11.5 trillion by 2030.
  • An estimated 135.3 million primary household shoppers patronize 1.07 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 $1.26 trillion in 2023; projections indicate the national e-commerce market value will reach $2.83 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 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

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 $8.67 trillion, up 4.15% from 2023. 
  • Based on advance estimates, U.S. retail sales totaled $2.00 trillion in the first quarter (Q1) of 2024, up 18.9% from 2023 Q1.
  • In the first two (2) months of 2024, U.S. retail sales totaled $1.29 trillion. 
  • U.S. e-commerce sales totaled $205.6 billion in the first two months of 2024, accounting for 16.0% of all retail sales.
  • Between 2023 and 2030, U.S. retail sales will have a CAGR of 4.77%.

Bar Graph: U.S. Retail Sales in trillions from 2017 ($5.73) to 2023 ($8.33) according to the U.S. Census Bureau with projections from 2024 ($8.67) 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 $8.33 trillion, up 4.20% from 2022.
  • American retail sales revenue represents 28.4% of global retail.
  • In-store sales represented 84.9% of U.S. retail revenue in 2023; 15.1% of U.S. retail sales revenue was e-commerce.
  • U.S. online retail sales revenue surpassed $1.26 trillion in 2023, up 8.93% from 2022. 
  • In December 2023, retail sales totaled $767.7 billion, up 3.53% 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 $5.65 trillion in 2023, which is equivalent to 67.8% of all U.S. retail sales.
  • U.S. brick-and-mortar retail stores sold $7.07 trillion in merchandise in 2023.
  • eCommerce sales growth outpaced brick-and-mortar sales growth by 302%.
  • 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 $8.07 trillion in 2022, up 9.57% 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 4.68 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 ($8.33) 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 2.43 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 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.
  • Iowa saw the largest YoY retail sales growth rate (10.0% from December 2022 to 2023).
  • The following states are home to a combined 31,465 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 19,284 private retailers including 10,209 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Alabama retailers made $73.2 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Alabama decreased 1.0% in 2023.
  • Alabama retail employees earn an average of $694 per week.
  • 52.9% of Alabama stores are independent retailers.
  • 9.98% 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 2,384 stores, including 1,618 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 2.8% in 2023.
  • Alaska retail employees earn an average of $776 per week.
  • 67.9% of Alaska stores are independent retailers.
  • 8.36% of Alaska small businesses are retailers.

Arizona Local Shopping Statistics

Arizona is home to 16,762 stores, including 9,444 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Arizona retailers made $190 billion in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Arizona increased 3.9% in 2023.
  • Arizona retail employees earn an average of $842 per week.
  • 56.3% of Arizona stores are independent retailers.
  • 8.28% 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 11,082 stores, including 6,233 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Arkansas retailers made $70.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Arkansas decreased 1.1% in 2023.
  • Arkansas retail employees earn an average of $674 per week.
  • 56.2% 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 108,384 stores, including 68,478 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, California retailers made $708 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in California increased 2.3% in 2023.
  • California retail employees earn an average of $898 per week.
  • 63.2% of California stores are independent retailers.
  • 7.87% 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 18,790 stores, including 11,747 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Colorado retailers made $145 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Colorado increased 0.7% in 2023.
  • Colorado retail employees make an average of $834 per week.
  • 62.5% of Colorado store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.45% 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 12,873 stores, including 7,586 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Connecticut retailers made $97.5 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Connecticut increased 1.1% in 2023.
  • Connecticut retail employees make an average of $843 per week.
  • 58.9% of Connecticut store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.84% 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 3,758 stores, including 2,215 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 1.3% in 2023.
  • Delaware retail employees make an average of $729 per week.
  • 58.9% 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 2,109 stores, including 1,163 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 4.1% in 2023.
  • D.C. retail employees make an average of $888 per week.
  • 55.1% of D.C. store locations are independent retailers.
  • 4.39% 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 85,488 stores, including 47,346 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Florida retailers made $662 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Florida increased 2.3% in 2023.
  • Florida retail employees make an average of $793 per week.
  • 55.4% of Florida store locations are independent retailers.
  • 7.46% 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 36,782 stores, including 21,375 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Georgia retailers made $204 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Georgia decreased 0.7% in 2023.
  • Georgia retail employees make an average of $756 per week.
  • 58.1% of Georgia store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.30% 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 4,694 stores, including 2,446 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Hawaii retailers made $141 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Hawaii increased 3.2% in 2023.
  • Hawaii retail employees make an average of $810 per week.
  • 52.1% 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 7,242 stores, including 3,981 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Idaho retailers made $45.4 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Idaho increased 0.7% in 2023.
  • Idaho retail employees make an average of $760 per week.
  • 55.0% 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 35,346 stores, including 21,706 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Illinois retailers made $217 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Illinois increased 1.7% in 2023.
  • Illinois retail employees make an average of $802 per week.
  • 61.4% of Illinois store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.86% 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 21,238 stores, including 11,301 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Indiana retailers made $146 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Indiana increased 1.8% in 2023.
  • Indiana retail employees make an average of $698 per week.
  • 53.2% of Indiana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.89% 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 11,085 stores, including 6,335 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Iowa retailers made $70.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Iowa increased 10.0% in 2023.
  • Iowa retail employees make an average of $669 per week.
  • 57.1% of Iowa store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.0% 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 9,074 stores, including 5,839 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Kansas retailers made $64.7 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Kansas decreased 0.1% in 2023.
  • Kansas retail employees make an average of $671 per week.
  • 64.3% 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 16,959 stores, including 8,479 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Kentucky retailers made $80.5 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Kentucky increased 0.4% in 2023.
  • Kentucky retail employees make an average of $692 per week.
  • 50.0% 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 18,945 stores, including 9,541 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Louisiana retailers made $99.7 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Louisiana decreased 0.4% in 2023.
  • Louisiana retail employees make an average of $671 per week.
  • 50.4% of Louisiana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.40% 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 5,934 stores, including 3,847 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Maine retailers made $33.9 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Maine decreased 0.1% in 2023.
  • Maine retail employees make an average of $743 per week.
  • 64.8% of Main store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.10% 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 17,530 stores, including 10,196 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Maryland retailers made $105 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Maryland increased 1.2% in 2023.
  • Maryland retail employees make an average of $794 per week.
  • 58.2% of Mayland store locations are independent retailers. 
  • 7.59% 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 22,215 stores, including 14,680 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Massachusetts retailers made $131 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Massachusetts increased 0.2% in 2023.
  • Massachusetts retail employees make an average of $881 per week.
  • 66.1% 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 34,717 stores, including 20,985 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Michigan retailers made $182 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Michigan increased 5.3% in 2023.
  • Michigan retail employees make an average of $757 per week.
  • 60.4% of Michigan store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.40% 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 17,609 stores, including 10,790 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Minnesota retailers made $103 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Minnesota increased 1.0% in 2023.
  • Minnesota retail employees make an average of $742 per week.
  • 61.3% of Minnesota store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.60% 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 12,351 stores, including 6,683 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Mississippi retailers made $67.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Mississippi decreased 2.3% in 2023.
  • Mississippi retail employees make an average of $624 per week.
  • 54.1% 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 20,923 stores, including 11,370 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Missouri retailers made $89.3 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Missouri increased 1.8% in 2023.
  • Missouri retail employees make an average of $709 per week.
  • 54.3% 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 4,940 stores, including 3,291 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 1.3% in 2023.
  • Montana retail employees make an average of $772 per week.
  • 66.6% of Montana store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.58% of Montana small businesses are retailers.

Nebraska Local Shopping Statistics

Nebraska is home to 6,884 stores, including 4,218 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Nebraska retailers made $45.5 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Nebraska increased 1.9% in 2023.
  • Nebraska retail employees make an average of $684 per week.
  • 61.3% of Nebraska store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.4%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 8,182 stores, including 4,848 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Nevada retailers made $87.6 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Nevada increased 1.7% in 2023.
  • Nevada retail employees make an average of $796 per week.
  • 59.3% 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 5,820 stores, including 3,300 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 decreased 0.2% in 2023.
  • New Hampshire retail employees make an average of $824 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 30,060 stores, including 20,651 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 2.2% in 2023.
  • New Jersey retail employees make an average of $842 per week.
  • 68.7% 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 6,329 stores, including 3,292 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 0.5% in 2023.
  • New Mexico retail employees make an average of $694 per week.
  • 52.0% of store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.01% 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 70,499 stores, including 54,858 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 3.9% in 2023.
  • New York retail employees make an average of $895 per week.
  • 77.8% of New York store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.11% 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 38,462 stores, including 19,520 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 0.6% in 2023.
  • North Carolina retail employees make an average of $732 per week.
  • 50.8% of North Carolina store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.89% 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 3,169 stores, including 1,905 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 1.5% in 2023.
  • North Dakota retail employees make an average of $741 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 collected $1.35 billion in state sales tax in 2022.

Ohio Local Shopping Statistics

Ohio is home to 36,525 stores, including 18,546 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Ohio retailers made $257 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Ohio increased 1.8% in 2023.
  • Ohio retail employees make an average of $702 per week.
  • 50.8% of Ohio store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.17% 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 14,658 stores, including 7,850 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Oklahoma retailers made $76.0 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Oklahoma decreased 0.8% in 2023.
  • Oklahoma retail employees make an average of $694 per week.
  • 53.6% of Oklahoma store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.55% 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 14,563 stores, including 8,960 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 increased 2.1% in 2023.
  • Oregon retail employees make an average of $794 per week.
  • 61.5% of Oregon store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.97% of Oregon small businesses are retailers.

Pennsylvania Local Shopping Statistics

Pennsylvania is home to 40,443 stores, including 24,001 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Pennsylvania retailers made $236 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Pennsylvania increased 0.2% in 2023.
  • Pennsylvania retail employees make an average of $701 per week.
  • 59.3% of Pennsylvania store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.77% 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 3,909 stores, including 2,433 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 0.2% in 2023.
  • Rhode Island retail employees make an average of $770 per week.
  • 62.2% 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 20,105 stores, including 10,037 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 decreased 2.0% in 2023.
  • South Carolina retail employees make an average of $707 per week.
  • 49.9% 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 3,824 stores, including 2,478 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 4.7% in 2023.
  • South Dakota retail employees make an average of $713 per week.
  • 64.8% of South Dakota store locations are independent retailers.
  • 12.1% 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 25,017 stores, including 13,030 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Tennessee retailers made $180 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Tennessee remained constant in 2023.
  • Tennessee retail employees make an average of $771 per week.
  • 52.1% of Tennessee store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.40% 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 84,841 stores, including 45,934 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Texas retailers made $678 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Texas increased 0.7% in 2023.
  • Texas retail employees make an average of $797 per week.
  • 54.1% 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 11,147 stores, including 6,986 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Utah retailers made $94.6 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Utah increased 1.4% in 2023.
  • Utah retail employees make an average of $790 per week.
  • 62.7% of Utah store locations are independent retailers.
  • 10.68% 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 2,925 stores, including 1,987 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Vermont retailers made $9.28 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Vermont decreased 0.1% in 2023.
  • Vermont retail employees make an average of $790 per week.
  • 67.9% of store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.43% 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 25,023 stores, including 14,514 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Virginia retailers made $163 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Virginia increased 0.8% in 2023.
  • Virginia retail employees make an average of $736 per week.
  • 58.0% 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 20,036 stores, including 13,605 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Washington retailers made $316 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Washington increased 2.8% in 2023.
  • Washington retail employees make an average of $895 per week.
  • 67.9% of Washington store locations are independent retailers.
  • 8.63% 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 6,398 stores, including 2,825 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 increased 0.9% in 2023.
  • West Virginia retail employees make an average of $663 per week.
  • 44.2% of West Virginia store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.9% 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 17,177 stores, including 10,773 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Wisconsin retailers made $137 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Wisconsin increased 0.6% in 2023. 
  • Wisconsin retail employees make an average of $668 per week.
  • 62.7% of Wisconsin store locations are independent retailers.
  • 11.1% 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 2,437 stores including 1,757 local retailers.

  • Based on collected state sales tax, Wyoming retailers made $26.6 billion in sales in 2022.
  • Retail sales dollars in Wyoming decreased 0.5% in 2023.
  • Wyoming retail employees make an average of $725 per week.
  • 72.1% of Wyoming store locations are independent retailers.
  • 9.77% 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