Recently, Walmart decided to close several stores in the U.S. due to changes in how people shop, making some stores unprofitable.
Affected States
Walmart is closing stores in California, Ohio, Maryland, Wisconsin, Colorado, and Georgia.
Store Numbers In January 2024, Walmart had about 10,500 stores worldwide, with 4,622 in the U.S. After closing 13 stores this year, that number is now 4,609.
Upcoming Closures
Starting on July 12:
- Two stores in Georgia (Ashford Dunwoody Rd. and Roswell Rd.)
Recent Closures
- California: San Diego, El Cajon, West Covina, Granite Bay, Fremont
- Ohio: Columbus
- Maryland: Towson
- Colorado: Aurora
- Wisconsin: Milwaukee
Employee Support
Employees of closing stores will be paid until September 20, 2024. After that, they can transfer to another store or get severance pay.
2023 Closures
In 2023, Walmart closed over twenty stores across the U.S. This is part of a strategy to adjust to changing market dynamics and consumer shopping habits.
Reasons for Closures
Declining customer traffic, competition with other chains, and the rise of e-commerce have made some physical stores less profitable.
Future for Walmart and Employees
Despite store closures, Walmart supports its workers with continued pay, relocation options, and severance. Customers will need to adjust their shopping habits, poss