Walmart to revamp hundreds of U.S. stores in 2026

Walmart Inc. (WMT) outlined an extensive U.S. store reinvestment program for 2026, detailing remodel plans across at least 18 states and reaffirming a national goal to upgrade more than 650 Supercenters and Neighborhood Markets this year. The initiatives focus on modernizing layouts, technology and services to make in-store and digital shopping faster and more convenient, with delivery in as little as an hour for most customers.

Across the country, remodeled locations will feature expanded assortments of healthy foods and on-trend merchandise, enhanced omnichannel capabilities and a store-based app experience that helps customers navigate aisles, access services such as Auto Care Centers, and manage orders. Walmart consistently describes the program as part of its commitment to economic growth and community support in the states where it operates.

Texas represents Walmart’s single largest state investment disclosed in these announcements. The company plans to remodel 72 Texas stores in 2026, following more than $2.5 billion invested over the past five years to upgrade locations in the state. In Florida, Walmart intends to remodel 58 stores, after spending more than $1.5 billion statewide over five years and opening new Supercenters in Apollo Beach, Jacksonville and The Villages, plus a Neighborhood Market in Ocala.

California is slated for 56 remodels, backed by more than $1.1 billion in five-year investments. Oklahoma will see 25 stores updated, while Louisiana is scheduled for 20 remodels after $618.9 million in prior upgrades. Mississippi is set for 19 remodeled stores, and Virginia for 19 as well. Arizona’s plan covers 18 stores, and Minnesota’s includes 16.

In the Southeast, Walmart plans to remodel 58 stores in Florida, 37 in North Carolina, 29 in South Carolina, 25 in Oklahoma, 20 in Louisiana, 19 in Mississippi, 18 in Arizona, 13 in Georgia, and 12 in Alabama. North Carolina’s plan also includes a new store in Carolina Shores. Over the past five years, Walmart reports investing more than $848 million in North Carolina, $536 million in South Carolina, $478.2 million in Oklahoma, $961.5 million in Georgia, $675.1 million in Alabama and $379.4 million in Mississippi.

In the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, the 2026 program calls for 19 remodels in Virginia, 13 in Massachusetts, 12 in New Jersey, 10 in Maryland, 10 in Connecticut and nine in New Hampshire. Reported five-year investment totals include more than $708 million in Virginia, more than $180 million in Massachusetts, more than $173 million in New Jersey, more than $146 million in Maryland, more than $68 million in Connecticut and more than $82 million in New Hampshire.

Walmart’s western plans include 56 remodels in California, 25 in Oklahoma, 18 in Arizona, 16 in Minnesota and seven in Utah. The company cites more than $1.1 billion invested in California over five years, $514.7 million in Arizona, more than $319 million in Minnesota and more than $294 million in Utah. Executives in the West and Southwest business units say the spending is intended to create more connected shopping experiences and support associates in meeting changing customer needs.

Across the remodeled stores, Walmart highlights elevated product selections, including brands such as De’Longhi, Oura, Jessica Simpson and Lemme, and interactive displays designed to help customers visualize items in their homes. Many locations will feature updated pharmacies with affordable medications, vaccines and other clinical services, along with free delivery for Walmart+ members, including on GLP-1 prescriptions.

Remodeled Vision Centers are designed for greater privacy and convenience, offering eyewear brands including Nike (NKE), Calvin Klein and DKNY, plus services such as free cleanings and adjustments. In New Hampshire, Walmart also plans a new pharmacy at its Keene store. Company statements emphasize that each project can generate construction work and long-term roles in retail, pharmacy and store leadership.

Alongside physical investments, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation detail state-level philanthropy. In Texas, donations total $204.5 million over the past year, including 100.2 million pounds of food. In Florida, contributions amount to $138.7 million, with 70.2 million pounds of food. California has received more than $84 million and 38.9 million pounds of food.

Other reported totals include $61.4 million and 28.4 million pounds of food in Georgia, $53 million and more than 25 million pounds in North Carolina, $47.3 million and 24.1 million pounds in Alabama, $44.3 million and 22.4 million pounds in Oklahoma, $42 million and 20.7 million pounds in Arizona, $31 million and more than 15 million pounds in South Carolina, and $29.1 million and 14.5 million pounds in Louisiana. In several states, the company cites its annual Fight Hunger, Spark Change campaign as part of its local hunger-relief efforts.