Walmart Invests in Oklahoma Stores, Associates and Communities in 2025 

OKLAHOMA CITY – (April 23, 2025) – Walmart is deepening its commitment to Oklahoma through 21 planned store remodels this year, all as part of a broader goal to enhance the associate experience, invest in local communities and become Oklahoma’s favorite place to shop. 

“Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in, and these remodels are a testament to our dedication to enhancing that role,” said Paul Lewellen, senior vice president, Southwest Business Unit Operations at Walmart. “By investing in our stores and associates, we are improving the shopping experience and reinforcing our commitment to being a vital part of the community’s fabric.” 

Store Investments 

Nationwide, Walmart plans to remodel over 650 stores this year. In Oklahoma alone, the company has already invested $495 million in upgrades over the past five years. Remodels are underway in every corner of the state, reflecting a deep commitment to serving local communities. A full list of Oklahoma remodel locations can be found below. 

Walmart is re-imagining the in-store shopping experience with updates throughout the store, including: 

·         New Look: Big, bold signage. Exciting new displays to better showcase merchandise. 

·         More Selection: Expanded departments. New items. More of what customers are looking for. 

·         Expanding Online Pickup & Delivery: To fulfill the growing number of online customer orders. 

·         Rethinking Our Pharmacy: Wider aisles. New private screening room. Privacy checkout areas. 

Associate Investments 

With 134 retail units and two supply chain facilities, Walmart employs over 34,800 associates in Oklahoma. Recently recognized on both the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and LinkedIn’s Top Companies for 2025, Walmart offers opportunities for skill-building, career growth and industry-leading benefits. Highlights in Oklahoman from the past year include: 

·         20,000+ hourly frontline associates received bonuses in March 

·         2,600+ associates were promoted to higher-paying roles 

·         3,000+ part-time associates transitioned to full-time positions 

·         About 75% of frontline managers began as hourly associates 

Community Investments 

Walmart, the Walmart Foundation and Sam’s Club are committed to strengthening communities through local giving, associate volunteering, disaster relief and support for local manufacturing. In Oklahoma, their impact in recent years includes: 

·         Over $40 million donated to local communities in FY2024 

·         $641 million spent with Oklahoma suppliers, supporting 29,000 jobs in FY2024 

·         23 million pounds of food donated to local food banks in FY2025, equivalent to 19 million meals 

Oklahoma stores being remodeled this year include: 

*Store remodels are subject to change based on construction schedules and other factors.  

About Walmart 

Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 270 million customers and members visit more than 10,750 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2025 revenue of $681 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/walmart, on X (formerly known as Twitter) at twitter.com/walmart, and on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/walmart.