Kroger is preparing to complete a major reduction of its U.S. supermarket footprint, with dozens of locations set to close before the end of 2026. The company has already made progress on its planned closures, and several of the affected locations operate under different banners, meaning stores in numerous cities and states will be impacted.
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Why Is Kroger Closing Stores?
The closure plan began taking shape after several courts blocked Kroger’s proposed merger with Albertsons. The company originally announced that 60 stores would close by the end of 2026, and so far, more than 35 have already shut down.
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The strategy comes as Kroger makes other moves in the supermarket industry. The company recently announced its acquisition of Giant Eagle for $1.65 billion, a deal that will further reshape the scope of its business.
Which Kroger Stores Are Closing?
The reported closures involve stores operated under several Kroger-owned banners across multiple U.S. states. These are the locations that have been reported:
Food 4 Less
- • Inglewood, California — 3200 W. Century Blvd.
Fred Meyer
- • Tacoma, Washington — 7250 Pacific Ave.
Fry’s Food and Drug
- • Mesa, Arizona — 1915 S. Power Road.
Harris Teeter
- • Arlington, Virginia — 950 S. George Mason Drive.
- • Arlington, Virginia — 3600 S. Glebe Road, Suite W100.
- • McLean, Virginia — 8200 Crestwood Heights Drive.
- • Rockville, Maryland — 11845 Old Georgetown Road.
- • Charlotte, North Carolina — 5706 Wyalong Drive.
- • Raleigh, North Carolina — 5563 Western Blvd., Suite 6A.
Jay C Food Stores
- • Shoals, Indiana — 201 High St.
King Soopers
- • Centennial, Colorado — 5050 E. Arapahoe Road.
Kroger
- • Alpharetta, Georgia — 11877 Douglas Road.
- • Atlanta, Georgia — 2452 Morosgo Way NE.
- • Brookhaven, Georgia — 3855 Buford Highway NE.
- • Decatur, Georgia — 3479 Memorial Drive.
- • Peoria, Illinois — 3311 N. Sterling Ave.
- • Elkhart, Indiana — 901 Johnson St.
- • South Bend, Indiana — 4526 W. Western Ave.
- • Louisville, Kentucky — 4211 S. 3rd St.
- • Bossier City, Louisiana — 4100 Barksdale Blvd.
- • Kingsport, Tennessee — 1664 E. Stone Drive.
- • Houston, Texas — 239 W. 20th St.
- • Houston, Texas — 9325 Katy Freeway.
- • Houston, Texas — 2300 Gessner Road.
- • McKinney, Texas — 2901 Lake Forest Drive.
- • Spring, Texas — 6060 Farm to Market 2920.
- • Abingdon, Virginia — 466 Cummings St.
- • Charlottesville, Virginia — 1904 Emmet St. N.
- • Dunbar, West Virginia — 981 Dunbar Village.
- • Gassaway, West Virginia — 2908 State St.
- • South Charleston, West Virginia — 5 River Walk Mall.
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Mariano’s
- • Bloomingdale, Illinois — 144 S. Gary Ave.
- • Buffalo Grove, Illinois — 450 W. Half Day Road.
- • Northbrook, Illinois — 2323 Capital Drive.
Pick ’n Save
- • Glendale, Wisconsin — 1735 W. Silver Spring Drive.
- • Milwaukee, Wisconsin — 3701 S. 27th St.
- • Milwaukee, Wisconsin — 2355 N. 35th St.
- • Oak Creek, Wisconsin — 2320 W. Ryan Road.
- • South Milwaukee, Wisconsin — 2931 S. Chicago Ave.
QFC
- • Mill Creek, Washington — 926 164th St. SE.
The History of Kroger
Kroger’s story began in 1883, when Barney Kroger invested his life savings—$372—to open a small grocery store at 66 Pearl Street in downtown Cincinnati. His guiding principle was simple and honest: “Be particular. Never sell anything you wouldn’t want yourself.”
Nearly 140 years later, that same philosophy continues to shape every part of the business. Kroger remains committed to quality, innovation, and serving the communities it calls home—all while investing in the people who bring the brand to life every day.
How many Kroger stores are there in the U.S.?
Today, the company operates nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states in the U.S., under 28 different banners.
What Kroger memberships are available?
Kroger currently offers two types of memberships: Boost and Boost Essential. In addition to everyday low prices, these memberships offer savings of up to $1,100 a year on fuel, exclusive discounts, streaming options, and grocery delivery.
How much do Kroger memberships cost?
Membership prices vary by plan:
- • Boost: $99 per year or $12.99 per month
- • Boost Essential: $69 per year or $8.99 per month
Do I need a membership to shop at Kroger?
No, you do not need a membership to shop at Kroger stores. However, the memberships provide access to exclusive deals, discounts, and special promotions.
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