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The Kroger Co. is one of the largest grocery retailers in the United States, operating supermarkets, multi-department stores, pharmacies, fuel centers, distribution facilities, and private-label manufacturing operations. Kroger’s latest filings and investor pages show a company with enormous national scale, even as its store count and support infrastructure continue to evolve.
Quick Answer: Kroger generated $147.1 billion in total company sales in 2024. Its investor site also says the company has 404,000 associates, serves 63 million households, and operates 2,698 supermarkets and multi-department stores.
Key Kroger Metrics
| Metric | Figure | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Total company sales | $147.1 billion | 2024 |
| Operating profit | $3.8 billion | 2024 |
| Diluted EPS | $3.67 | 2024 |
| Associates | 404,000 | Current investor overview |
| Households served | 63 million | Current investor overview |
| Supermarkets & multi-department stores | 2,698 | Current investor overview |
| Fuel centers | 1,731 | Current investor overview |
| Pharmacies | 2,250 | Current investor overview |
| Distribution centers | 43 | Current investor overview |
| States covered by grocery retail | 35 states + D.C. | Current investor overview |
About Kroger
Founded in 1883, Kroger has grown into a grocery giant with a broad mix of banners, private-label products, pharmacies, and fuel operations. Its size gives it national relevance in food retail, pharmacy, e-commerce, and supply chain operations.
Kroger Store and Operations Statistics
- 2,698 supermarkets and multi-department stores
- 1,731 fuel centers
- 2,250 pharmacies
- 43 distribution centers
- 35 states and the District of Columbia covered by Kroger grocery retail
Kroger Revenue Statistics
- 2024: $147.1 billion
- 2023: $150.0 billion
- 2022: $148.258 billion
- 2021: $137.888 billion
- 2020: $132.498 billion
- 2019: $122.286 billion
- 2018: $121.162 billion
- 2017: $122.622 billion
- 2016: $115.337 billion
- 2015: $109.830 billion
- 2014: $108.465 billion
- 2013: $98.375 billion
Kroger Earnings and Profitability Facts
For 2024, Kroger reported:
- $3.8 billion in operating profit
- $3.67 diluted EPS
- $4.47 adjusted EPS
Kroger’s latest earnings release also noted that identical sales without fuel increased 1.5% in 2024.
Kroger’s Scale in Everyday Retail
Kroger’s current investor overview says the company serves 63 million households. That figure is especially useful because it reflects the breadth of Kroger’s reach beyond raw store count alone.
Trend Overview
Kroger’s annual revenue has climbed substantially over the past decade, rising from $98.375 billion in 2013 to $147.1 billion in 2024. While 2024 sales were below 2023’s level, Kroger remained one of the biggest retail and grocery companies in the country.
FAQ
How many stores does Kroger have?
Kroger’s investor site says it operates 2,698 supermarkets and multi-department stores.
How many employees does Kroger have?
Kroger says it has 404,000 associates.
How many households does Kroger serve?
Kroger says it serves 63 million households.
What was Kroger’s revenue in 2024?
Kroger reported $147.1 billion in total company sales for 2024.
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