Discount retailer Family Dollar is continuing to reduce its footprint in Ohio, with another store slated to close its doors. This recent announcement follows a series of closures earlier in the year, leaving Ohio residents with fewer shopping options and raising questions about the future of the discount chain.
The latest Ohio Family Dollar store closure is the Dayton location at 1130 N. Main St., set to close on November 23rd, as reported by the Dayton Daily News. Local customers have expressed concern about this closure, highlighting the store’s importance in an area with already limited retail choices. This closure adds to the already significant number of Family Dollar stores shutting down across Ohio, impacting communities and employees throughout the state.
Why is Family Dollar Closing Ohio Stores?
These closures are part of a larger strategic move by Dollar Tree, the parent company of Family Dollar since 2015. Family Dollar has been identified as an underperforming asset within the Dollar Tree portfolio. As reported by USA TODAY, Dollar Tree is even exploring the potential sale of the Family Dollar brand. This consideration was further emphasized in a November 4th press release from Dollar Tree, stating that options for the Family Dollar business segment “could include a potential sale, spin-off, or other disposition of the business.”
Image: Thumbnail from Wochit video illustrating the Dollar Tree announcement to close nearly 1,000 Family Dollar stores nationwide due to underperformance.
Beyond potential sale considerations, the closures are also attributed to broader economic factors. In March 2024, when announcing the initial plan to close around 1,000 stores nationwide, Family Dollar cited inflation, changes in consumer spending habits, and growing concerns about store safety as key factors impacting sales and profitability. These challenges have led to a reevaluation of store performance and subsequent decisions to close underperforming locations.
The impact of these decisions began to be felt in Ohio in April, with the announcement of potential layoffs affecting up to 265 employees across the state. This initial wave of closures included locations in Conesville and Cumberland, signaling the start of a significant reduction in Family Dollar’s Ohio presence. Furthermore, Dollar Tree announced in an April 2024 press release the planned closure of over 300 Family Dollar and 30 Dollar Tree stores in the coming years, indicating a long-term strategy of streamlining their retail operations.
The Shrinking Number of Family Dollar Stores in Ohio
While Family Dollar maintains a substantial nationwide presence with 7,748 stores across the US, Ohio has seen a noticeable decrease in locations. Data from ScrapeHero indicates that the number of Family Dollar stores in Ohio has dropped to 415, down from over 450 reported in April. Despite these closures, Family Dollar still operates numerous stores throughout Ohio, as indicated by their online store locator, including locations in cities like Zanesville.
List of Family Dollar Stores Closed or Closing in Ohio
The following is a list of Family Dollar locations in Ohio that have been closed or are slated for closure, based on the company’s April notice to the state and recent reports:
- Akron: 19 N. Arlington St.
- Akron: 580 Vernon Odom Blvd.
- Amsterdam: 360 N. Main St.
- Austinburg: 2138 state Route 45
- Beloit: 15978 Cleveland-East Liverpool Road
- Bethel: 531 W. Plane St.
- Bidwell: 8920 Ohio 160
- Cincinnati: 7990 Reading Road
- Cincinnati: 5527 Bridgetown Road
- Cincinnati: 3407 Harrison Ave.
- Cincinnati: 2299 Waycross Road
- Cleveland: 9302 Miles Ave.
- Cleveland: 1250 E. 105th St.
- Columbus: 2191 E. 5th Ave.
- Columbus: 2372 Cleveland Ave.
- Columbus: 3577 E. Livingston Ave.
- Columbus: 675 E. Hudson St.
- Conesville: 16160 Township Road 287
- Cumberland: 349 Cambridge St. N.
- Dayton: 440 N. James H. McGee Blvd.
- Dayton: 1130 N. Main St. at Helena Street
- East Liverpool: 615 Walnut St.
- Elyria: 400 Oberlin Road
- Lima: 2101 Central Point Parkway
- Lucasville: 7731 state Route 139
- Madison: 6704 N. Ridge Road
- Middletown: 650 N. University Blvd.
- Middletown: 511 S. Breiel Blvd., Middletown
- Mount Healthy: 8050 Hamilton Ave.
- New Miami: 199 S. Riverside Drive
- New Middletown: 11045 Main St.
- Racine: 930 Elm St.
- Ripley: 519 S. 2nd St.
- Toledo: 1121 N. Reynolds Road
- Youngstown: 4450 Mahoning Ave.
- Youngstown: 8578 Market St. Suite 2
What Does This Mean for Ohio Shoppers?
The continued closure of Family Dollar stores in Ohio signifies a shifting retail landscape. For Ohio shoppers, particularly those in communities served by these stores, it means fewer convenient and affordable shopping options. As Family Dollar continues to evaluate its store portfolio, Ohio residents should stay informed about further potential closures and explore alternative discount retailers in their areas.
This list is based on publicly available information and may not be exhaustive. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to official announcements from Family Dollar and Dollar Tree.
