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11. How Much Do Grocery Stores Make? (Average Grocery Store Revenue Data 2025)

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How Much Do Grocery Stores Make? (Average Grocery Store Revenue Data 2025)

GRACE JIDOUNAuthor

In the ever-evolving retail landscape, grocery stores play a vital role in communities. Combined, they employ 5.5 million people annually according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and bring in 1 trillion dollars in revenue each year, via the Food Industry Association. They also face unique challenges and opportunities. The key to success in this competitive industry lies in optimizing revenue and ensuring long-term viability.

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Food retail businesses operate on thin profit margins, averaging 1.6% net profit after taxes according to the Food Industry Association’s 2023 report. Even though your grocery store revenue may be high, it’s key to control costs and improve operational efficiency to ensure you can be profitable.

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Profit margins in the grocery industry are notoriously thin, typically ranging from 1% to 3% of revenue. This means that for every dollar of sales, the store keeps between 1 and 3 cents as profit after accounting for all expenses.

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(More food deserts if this goes long.)