From Buckeye, Arizona, to Brown Deer, Wisconsin, the retailer’s latest expansion will bring convenient shopping closer to millions of guests.
Target fans have something new to circle on their calendars. The Minneapolis‑based chain confirmed plans for 48 additional locations spanning 22 states, with Florida and Texas leading the pack at six stores apiece. Company officials say the build‑out is part of a multiyear strategy to meet rising demand for quick, one‑stop shopping—and to beat competitors to the best corners.
Where the retailer will break ground on brand‑new neighborhood stores
So, which cities made the cut? Check the snapshot below to see how many fresh “bullseyes” are headed to your state.
| State | New stores |
|---|---|
| Arizona | 3 |
| California | 4 |
| Colorado | 2 |
| Connecticut | 2 |
| Florida | 6 |
| Idaho | 1 |
| Kentucky | 1 |
| Ohio | 1 |
| Massachusetts | 1 |
| Missouri | 2 |
| Mississippi | 1 |
| North Carolina | 4 |
| Nebraska | 1 |
| New Jersey | 2 |
| New York | 2 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 |
| South Carolina | 3 |
| South Dakota | 1 |
| Texas | 6 |
| Utah | 2 |
| Virginia | 1 |
| Wisconsin | 1 |
That’s a coast‑to‑coast push, adding everything from suburban superstores in Dallas and Katy to a smaller urban format in Queens. Pretty handy, right?
How Target chooses each community for its latest expansion wave
Why did your hometown make the list—or miss it? Executives say they weigh commuter patterns, population growth, existing Target coverage, and even local zoning incentives before signing a lease. “We partner closely with city leaders to build stores that make shopping easy, inspiring and affordable,” the company notes. Consequently, dense areas such as Los Angeles receive infill sites, while fast‑growing suburbs like Firestone, Colorado, land full‑size footprints.
When shoppers could expect grand openings and what to watch next
Construction schedules vary, but most sites are expected to break ground within the next 12 months, aiming for ribbon‑cuttings before the 2026 holiday rush. Curious whether your town will snag one of the thousands of jobs tied to the rollout? Keep an eye on Target’s careers page once building permits post at city hall.
In the meantime, the retailer is revamping existing locations with curbside returns, larger refrigerated sections, and rooftop solar arrays—proof that the expansion is about more than red carts and end‑cap deals.
Bottom line: Target’s latest expansion blitz promises shorter drives, fresher assortments, and new employment opportunities. Shoppers who want the first peek at grand‑opening doorbusters should watch local planning notices and sign up for store‑alert emails.