Here For What Matters.®
We’re proud to serve our customers and communities as America’s neighborhood general store. Whether what matters most is time or money saved, we’re here to provide affordable and convenient access to name brands, DG’s private brands, nutritious foods, household essentials and more.
~80%
of stores serve communities
of 20,000 or less
~75%
of U.S. population live within
5 miles of a Dollar General
5,400+
Dollar General stores across
the country offer fresh produce
*Statistics provided as of March 2024.
Affordable essentials
Since our founding at the end of the Great Depression in 1939, we’ve remained focused on helping customers save time and money on everyday items at everyday low prices to stretch their budgets and meet their needs.
Fresh Foods
More than 5,400 DG stores across the country offer fresh fruits and vegetables, including many in USDA-defined food deserts. As of spring 2024, DG has more individual points of produce distribution than any other U.S. mass retailer or grocer DG’s produce offering assortment includes tomatoes, onions, apples, bananas, strawberries, potatoes, sweet potatoes, lemons, limes, salad mixes, and more. Read more about how we’ve brought fresh produce to underserved communities here.
DG Better for You Options
Every Dollar General provides components of a healthier diet including milk, eggs, bread, cheese, frozen and canned vegetables, grains, lean proteins and more. We also offer “Better For You” products in every store and provide recipes and tools online, which have been reviewed by a registered dietitian and nutritionist. Explore our latest “Better For You” recipes here.
Our Impact
