Walmart Deepens Commitment to Arizona, Fueling Long-Term Impact and Future Statewide Investments

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At A Glance

• Walmart plans to remodel 18 stores in Arizona this year, expanding its assortment of healthy foods, affordable on-trend items and enhancing the in-store and online experience
• The retailer invested $514.7 million statewide over the past five years to upgrade its stores
• Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have donated $42 million to local nonprofits including providing 20.7 million pounds of food to help fight hunger across the state

 

BENTONVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Walmart today announced continued reinvestment across Arizona, with plans in 2026 to remodel 18 stores as part of ongoing efforts to modernize the in-store and digital shopping experience—upgrading layouts, technology, and services to offer faster, more convenient shopping and delivery in as little as an hour for most customers. These efforts reflect Walmart’s commitment to supporting economic growth and strengthening communities statewide.

Across Arizona, Walmart’s new and remodeled stores bring that vision to life through expanded services – like free Pharmacy delivery for Walmart+ members, including on GLP-1s – and a store-based app experience that helps customers easily navigate through stores, book services at Walmart’s Auto Care Center, and more. The result is a more intuitive, convenient experience that helps customers shop how they want, when they want.

Nationally, Walmart is planning remodels at more than 650 Supercenters and Neighborhood Markets this year. Additionally, Walmart invested more than $514.7 million to upgrade stores throughout Arizona over the past five years.

"We’re proud to work and serve customers across Arizona, and our continued investment reflects how deeply we believe in this state and its communities," said Elise Vasquez-Warner, Senior Vice President, Southwest Business Unit, Walmart U.S. “From modernizing our stores to enhancing the overall shopping experience, everything we do is about better serving our customers and supporting the associates who make it happen.”

Every new store or remodel brings real benefits to the community — from construction jobs to long-term careers in retail, pharmacy and store leadership. Customers will notice the difference, too, with elevated brands and products from brands like De’Longhi, Oura, Jessica Simpson, and Lemme, and interactive displays that make it easier to picture how products look in their homes.

The transformed stores also feature updated pharmacies offering affordable medications, vaccines and other clinical services, with support from trusted pharmacists, and Vision Centers designed for greater privacy and convenience, offering brands like Nike, Calvin Klein, and DKNY, along with services like free cleanings and adjustments.

Strengthening Arizona Communities

Walmart’s impact extends well beyond its stores and into its communities. In Arizona over the past year, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation donated $42 million to local nonprofits, including providing 20.7 million pounds of food to help fight hunger. In fact, the company just kicked off its annual Fight Hunger, Spark Change campaign to help address food insecurity locally. Every donation and qualifying purchase provides access to essential food and resources to local food banks in that area, empowering families to thrive.

Through locally led giving, store associates also supported education, disaster response efforts, and other community-driven initiatives – working alongside trusted local organizations to help build stronger communities across the state.

Looking Ahead

As part of the phased-approach, Walmart plans to complete remodels at stores in the state throughout the year, including at the following proposed locations:

Store	Store Address
Chandler (Airport) Walmart Supercenter	2750 E Germann Rd
Douglas Walmart Supercenter	199 W 5th St
Fort Mohave Walmart Supercenter	5210 S Highway 95
Glendale Walmart Neighborhood Market	5137 W Olive Ave
Maricopa Walmart Supercenter	41650 W Maricopa Casa Grande Hwy
Mesa (SE) Walmart Supercenter	1606 S Signal Butte Rd
Mesa Walmart Supercenter	857 N Dobson Rd
Parker Walmart Supercenter	100 W Riverside Dr
Payson Walmart Supercenter	300 N Beeline Hwy
Phoenix (Happy Valley) Walmart Supercenter	2501 W Happy Valley Rd State 34
Phoenix (N) Walmart Supercenter	1825 W Bell Rd
Phoenix Walmart Neighborhood Market	6550 W Happy Valley Rd
Phoenix Walmart Supercenter	2020 N 75th Ave
Phoenix Walmart Supercenter	9600 N Metro Pkwy W
Queen Creek Walmart Supercenter	1725 W Hunt Hwy
Safford Walmart Supercenter	755 S 20th Ave
Sierra Vista Walmart Supercenter	500 N Highway 90 Bypass
Tempe Walmart Supercenter	1380 W Elliot Rd

*Store remodels are subject to change based on construction schedules and other factors.

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