USA: Convenience Store Count Grows 1.2%
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Thursday, 02 February 2012 |
The number of convenience stores in the United States has reached a record high of 148,126 as of December 31st 2011, according to the latest NACS/Nielsen Convenience Industry Store Count. This represents a 1.2% increase on the previous year and remarkable growth over the last three decades.
Overall, 81.7% of these convenience stores sell motor fuels, a 3.1% increase on last year, and single-store operators account for 62.9% of stores. Texas remains the state with the most convenience stores, with 14,766, followed by California (10,763) and Florida (9,510).
“The continued growth in store count shows our industry is vibrant and adding jobs in difficult economic times. Convenience stores are an essential part of the fabric of everyday life across the country and our core offer of convenience continues to resonate with customers,” said NACS Chairman Tom Robinson, President of Robinson Oil in Santa Clara, California.
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