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The convenience store landscape in the United States continues to evolve, with major players expanding their presence across the country. As of February 2026, 7-Eleven Inc. led the list with an a total of **stores, following its acquisition of Speedway in 2021. Alimentation Couche-Tard secured the second place with  locations, highlighting the significant gap between the top two operators and the rest of the field.

Regional distribution and consumer trends

The Southeast of the country dominated the convenience store market with * outlets, followed closely by the Northeast with *. This regional concentration reflects the industry's overall strength, with a total of ** convenience stores operating nationwide in 2023. However, consumer behavior is adapting to economic pressures, with nearly of U.S. shoppers noticing price increases at convenience stores compared to the previous year.

Private labels and revenue growth

The convenience store sector is witnessing shifts in consumer preferences and purchasing patterns. Private label sales in these types of stores, for example, experienced significant growth, particularly in the first quarter of 2022, with a ** percent increase compared to the previous year. As for the private companies in the sector, Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores leading the pack, generating nearly ** billion U.S. dollars in 2023.