Sam’s Club

Sam’s Club is a membership-based warehouse retailer owned by Walmart Inc., founded in 1983 by Sam Walton in Midwest City, Oklahoma. The company operates large-format stores that offer a wide range of products, including groceries, electronics, home goods, and services such as optical centers, pharmacies, tire centers, and in-store cafes. As of November 2025, Sam’s Club manages approximately 600 locations across the United States and internationally, with a notable presence in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and China.

Over the past five years, Sam’s Club has focused on refining its footprint and investing in technology to enhance the shopping experience. The company exited select U.S. markets, including Alaska, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Washington, between 2016 and 2018 as part of a broader strategy to optimize its store portfolio. Internationally, Sam’s Club has deepened its presence in markets where the warehouse club model has proven successful, particularly in China, where it now operates more than 50 locations.

A key milestone in the company’s evolution has been its investment in digital capabilities. Sam’s Club introduced Scan-and-Go mobile checkout and integrated artificial intelligence into its digital platforms, allowing members to shop more efficiently and improving operational performance. These initiatives reflect a shift toward a more seamless, omnichannel retail environment, blending in-person and online shopping.

Sam’s Club operates exclusively as a corporate-owned chain, with no franchise locations. The brand’s scale and credibility are reinforced by its role as a significant contributor to Walmart’s overall revenue, generating over $90 billion in U.S. sales as of 2024. The company’s warehouse format, with stores averaging 134,000 square feet, positions it as a high-traffic anchor in both established and emerging retail corridors. Sam’s Club continues to prioritize selective growth in the United States and international markets, with ongoing expansion in Mexico, Puerto Rico, Brazil, and China. The company is managed from Walmart’s headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas, and remains a central part of Walmart’s global retail strategy.