If you are a fan of shopping at Target, there is good news coming your way. The retail giant is gearing up for a bold expansion across 21 states between 2025 and 2026. The company has already confirmed that several brand-new stores will open from coast to coast from California to New York and down through Texas and Florida.
In their own words, Target executives said, “There’s a Target store within 10 miles of most doorsteps in America and we’re not done yet!” This statement perfectly captures the company’s plan to keep growing, even as retail competition across the U.S. continues to heat up.
Where Target plans to open new stores
Target is focusing its next round of growth in areas where it sees steady population increases and strong local demand. According to company updates, the retailer plans to open stores in 21 states over the next two years.
Here is a breakdown of some of the new store locations you can expect:
- Arizona: Buckeye, Mesa Far East
- California: Bakersfield, Perris
- Colorado: Denver Green Valley Ranch, Firestone
- Florida: Bradenton Heritage Harbor, Clearwater Countryside, Cypress Creek Station, Lake Nona, Trailwinds Village, Winter Haven
- Georgia: Covington Alcovy Road
- Idaho: Pocatello Chubbuck
- Kentucky: Frankfort
- Ohio: Lima Mall
- Pennsylvania: Hermitage
- Massachusetts: Springfield
- Missouri: Springfield, University City
- Mississippi: Tupelo
- North Carolina: Fuquay-Varina, Mebane, Myrtle Grove, Selma
- New Jersey: West Orange
- New York: Bridgehampton
- South Carolina: Lexington Augusta Hwy, Seneca
- South Dakota: Brookings
- Texas: Dallas (Wynnewood Village), Forney, Fort Worth, Katy Heritage, Little Elm
- Utah: Herriman, Lehi, Logan
- Virginia: Norfolk Wards Corner
- Wisconsin: Brown Deer
The company has not shared exact opening dates for every location, but new stores are expected to roll out gradually through 2025 and 2026.
Why Target is expanding so aggressively
Target’s expansion comes at a time when many retailers are slowing down, but the company seems to be doing the opposite. The reason is simple:
- Target wants to stay as close as possible to every customer.
- Over 75% of Americans already live within 10 miles of a Target store.
- The company currently operates nearly 2,000 stores nationwide.
- Target employs more than 400,000 people across the United States.
Even with this strong presence, the company believes there is still room for growth. Executives have said that new locations are being selected carefully, with a focus on fast-growing communities and suburban areas where families are moving.
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New features coming to Target stores
Target’s new stores are not just about expansion — they are also about improvement. Many of the upcoming locations will include upgraded features designed to make shopping more enjoyable and convenient.
Some stores will include:
- Apple at Target — a dedicated section where you can explore Apple products.
- CVS Pharmacy — for easy access to prescriptions and health products.
- Starbucks Café — for a coffee break during your shopping trip.
Recent openings in Wesley Chapel, Florida, and Queen Creek Gantzel, Arizona, already include these features. The Wesley Chapel Grove location, for example, is Target’s third major store in Florida this year and serves as a model for upcoming builds.
How this expansion affects local communities
For many towns, a new Target store can bring more than just shopping convenience. It often means new job opportunities and local economic growth.
Each new Target typically employs dozens of team members, including retail associates, managers, and logistics staff. In addition, construction of these new locations creates short-term employment opportunities in the community.
Target’s steady expansion also helps fill retail gaps in suburban and small-town areas where residents may have limited shopping options.
What Target leaders are saying
Target’s leadership has been open about its continued growth strategy. Executives said the company is always evaluating new sites for potential expansion and that these 21 states are just the beginning.
A Target spokesperson explained, “We’re always exploring new places to bring the Target experience to more guests. Our goal is to meet customers wherever they are, and make shopping easier and more enjoyable for everyone.”
