Walmart Fulfillment Center Locations: Complete WFS and Distribution Network Guide
Every confirmed Walmart fulfillment center, WFS warehouse, and distribution center mapped and verified. From the 5 next-gen automated facilities processing millions of orders monthly to the 4,700 plus stores shipping online orders, this is the most complete Walmart logistics directory available for sellers and logistics professionals.
How Many Warehouses Does Walmart Have?
Walmart operates over 210 distribution centers globally, including 5 next-generation automated fulfillment centers, 150 plus traditional distribution centers across the US, 10 major facilities in Canada, and a growing network in Mexico. Combined with 4,700 plus stores that now ship online orders, Walmart has more than 10,000 shipping locations that reach 95 percent of the US population within 2 days.
For marketplace sellers, the distinction between Walmart's distribution centers (company owned retail supply chain) and WFS fulfillment centers (available to third party sellers) matters. WFS uses a subset of Walmart's network specifically configured for marketplace order fulfillment. When you enroll in Walmart Fulfillment Services, your inventory is distributed across WFS enabled facilities based on demand signals and geographic coverage.
Walmart Next-Generation Fulfillment Centers
These are Walmart's crown jewels. Fully automated facilities with high density storage and retrieval systems that compress a manual 12-step process down to 5 steps. Each processes millions of items monthly and doubles the storage capacity and order volume of traditional centers.
| # | Location | Address | Size | Opened | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joliet, IL | 1500 W Laraway Rd, 60433 | 1M+ sq ft | 2022 | First automated FC, Midwest command center, serves IL, WI, IN, MI |
| 2 | McCordsville, IN | Near Indianapolis | 1M+ sq ft | 2023 | Central distribution, serves OH, KY, IN |
| 3 | Lancaster, TX | 1400 N Dallas Ave, 75146 | 1.5M sq ft | 2024 | Southwest hub, serves TX, OK, AR, LA, cross-dock operations |
| 4 | Greencastle, PA | Near I-81 corridor | 1M+ sq ft | 2025 | Northeast distribution, backs up NJ/NY coverage |
| 5 | Stockton, CA | 150 Mariposa Road | 900,000 sq ft | 2026 | West Coast operations, 1,000+ associates, serves CA and western states |
Each next-gen center features Walmart's proprietary automated high density storage system. The technology doubles storage capacity and doubles the number of customer orders each facility can process daily compared to traditional distribution centers. Associates work alongside robots in roles that are more ergonomic and tech focused than traditional warehouse positions.
Traditional Walmart Distribution Centers by Region
Walmart operates 150 plus traditional distribution centers that handle both retail restocking and a growing share of ecommerce orders. Many of these facilities have been upgraded with WFS capabilities.
Northeast Distribution Centers
| State | City | Address | ZIP | Special Capabilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NY | Johnstown | 100 Enterprise Dr | 12095 | General merchandise, regional hub |
| PA | Bedford | 451 Walmart Dr | 15522 | Grocery and dry goods |
| PA | Pottsville | 100 Walmart Way | 17901 | Import distribution center |
| PA | Woodland | 350 Walmart Dr | 16881 | Perishable distribution |
| PA | Tobyhanna | 100 Commerce Way | 18466 | General merchandise, Northeast coverage |
Southeast Distribution Centers
| State | City | Address | ZIP | Special Capabilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL | Opelika | 555 Walmart Dr | 36801 | Regional distribution, general merchandise |
| FL | Arcadia | 7401 SW Hull Ave | 34269 | Grocery and perishable, Florida coverage |
| FL | Cocoa | 500 Distribution Dr | 32926 | General merchandise, Central FL hub |
| GA | Monroe | 300 Walmart Way | 30655 | Import distribution, Atlanta metro |
| GA | Douglas | 1901 Bowens Mill Rd SE | 31533 | Regional distribution, Southeast hub |
Midwest Distribution Centers
| State | City | Address | ZIP | Special Capabilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IL | Shelbyville | 2200 Walmart Dr | 62565 | General merchandise, central IL |
| IL | Olney | 800 N West St | 62450 | Grocery distribution |
| IN | Gas City | 4901 E 500 S | 46933 | General merchandise, Indiana hub |
| OH | Wintersville | 100 Walmart Dr | 43953 | Import distribution, Ohio Valley |
| WI | Menomonie | N6670 County Rd D | 54751 | Regional distribution, Upper Midwest |
South Central Distribution Centers
| State | City | Address | ZIP | Special Capabilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR | Bentonville | 702 SW 8th St (HQ) | 72712 | Corporate HQ, general merchandise, pilot programs |
| MS | Brookhaven | 535 Walmart Dr | 39601 | Regional distribution, Gulf states |
| TX | Terrell | 600 Atlanta St | 75160 | General merchandise, Dallas metro |
| TX | Palestine | 1200 NW Loop 256 | 75801 | Regional hub, East Texas |
| TX | New Braunfels | 1100 W Highway 46 | 78130 | Central Texas distribution, San Antonio metro |
Western Distribution Centers
| State | City | Address | ZIP | Special Capabilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WY | Cheyenne | 3200 Walmart Way | 82001 | Mountain region distribution |
| UT | St George | 900 S Mall Dr | 84790 | Southwest regional hub |
| OR | Hermiston | 1455 NW Feedville Rd | 97838 | Pacific Northwest distribution |
| WA | Grandview | 500 E Wine Country Rd | 98930 | Washington state hub, grocery capable |
| NV | Sparks | 500 Milan Dr | 89434 | Western region, general merchandise |
Walmart Canada Distribution Centers
Walmart Canada operates a fully integrated distribution network with 10 major facilities across 6 provinces. Each handles both retail and ecommerce with cross-border US connectivity.
| Province | City | Address | ZIP | Special Capabilities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ON | Cornwall | 1400 Boundary Rd | K6H 5R5 | Import distribution, US border access |
| ON | Mississauga | 6975 Meadowvale Town Centre Cir | L5N 2W7 | GTA hub, general merchandise |
| ON | Cambridge | 300 Maple Grove Rd | N3H 4R7 | Grocery and perishable |
| AB | Calgary | 4200 76 Ave SE | T2C 2G8 | Western Canada hub |
| AB | Balzac | 261185 Crossiron Blvd | T4B 0C4 | Ecommerce fulfillment, Alberta |
| BC | Surrey | 18480 54 Ave | V3S 1B5 | Pacific region, import hub |
| QC | Saint-Romuald | 1225 Chemin des Aulnaies | G6W 0M5 | Quebec and Atlantic region hub |
| MB | Winnipeg | 1400 Clarence Ave | R3T 1T6 | Central Canada distribution |
| SK | Saskatoon | 3515 Millar Ave | S7K 5V6 | Prairie region distribution |
| NB | Moncton | 200 Mapleton Rd | E1G 0K9 | Atlantic Canada hub |
Sellers fulfilling into Walmart Canada from outside the country face customs, duties, and delivery delays. Running inventory through a local Canadian fulfillment center network keeps Walmart Canada inbounds fast and compliant.
Learn About Canada FulfillmentWalmart Mexico (CEDIS) Distribution Network
Walmart Mexico operates a robust network of CEDIS (Centros de Distribucion) across the country, supporting Bodega Aurrera, Walmart Supercenter, and Sam's Club formats. These facilities handle both retail restocking and an expanding ecommerce operation with cross-border US integration.
Major CEDIS Distribution Centers
| State | City | Format Served | Special Capabilities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estado de Mexico | Cuautitlan | Multi-format | Largest Mexico DC, central hub, grocery and general |
| Jalisco | Guadalajara | Multi-format | Western Mexico distribution, second largest hub |
| Nuevo Leon | Monterrey | Multi-format | Northern Mexico, US border integration |
| Baja California | Mexicali | Multi-format | US border operations, cross-dock |
| Puebla | Puebla | Multi-format | Central Mexico regional hub |
| Yucatan | Merida | Multi-format | Southeast Mexico distribution |
| Veracruz | Veracruz | Multi-format | Gulf coast distribution |
| Chihuahua | Chihuahua | Multi-format | Northern Mexico, US border access |
| Sinaloa | Culiacan | Multi-format | Pacific coast distribution |
| Queretaro | Queretaro | Multi-format | Central Mexico logistics corridor |
Ecommerce Fulfillment Centers (Mexico)
| City | Type | Coverage | US Integration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico City | Ecommerce FC | Central Mexico, Mexico City metro | Direct US border integration |
| Guadalajara | Ecommerce FC | Western Mexico, Pacific coast | Direct US border integration |
| Monterrey | Ecommerce FC | Northern Mexico, border region | Direct US border integration |
Store-Based Fulfillment: Walmart's 4,700 Plus Shipping Locations
This is where Walmart has an advantage no competitor can replicate. 4,700 plus stores function as mini fulfillment centers, putting inventory within 10 miles of most Americans. 40 percent of Walmart's online orders now ship from stores.
Every Walmart Supercenter and Neighborhood Market with ecommerce capability can pick, pack, and ship individual customer orders. This transforms a retail location into a last mile fulfillment node. The result: same day and next day delivery in most major metro areas without needing a dedicated fulfillment center within the city.
Top Metro Areas by Store-Based Fulfillment Density
| Rank | Metro Area | Estimated Stores | Same-Day Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles, CA | 80+ | Full metro, Inland Empire |
| 2 | Dallas-Fort Worth, TX | 75+ | Full metro, extends to Tyler |
| 3 | Houston, TX | 70+ | Full metro, Galveston to Conroe |
| 4 | Phoenix, AZ | 50+ | Full metro, Mesa to Surprise |
| 5 | Atlanta, GA | 50+ | Full metro, extends 60 mi radius |
| 6 | Chicago, IL | 45+ | Metro and suburbs |
| 7 | Miami, FL | 40+ | South FL, Palm Beach to Homestead |
| 8 | Philadelphia, PA | 35+ | Tri-state coverage |
| 9 | San Antonio, TX | 35+ | Full metro, Austin corridor |
| 10 | Orlando, FL | 30+ | Central FL, extends to Daytona |
For WFS sellers, Walmart's store-based fulfillment network is not directly accessible for marketplace orders. Your WFS inventory ships from Walmart's dedicated fulfillment centers. However, the store network creates the delivery infrastructure that enables the 2-day shipping promise to reach 95 percent of the US population.
What Is Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS)?
Walmart Fulfillment Services is Walmart's end-to-end logistics program for marketplace sellers. You send inventory to WFS warehouses, and Walmart handles storage, picking, packing, shipping, returns, and customer service. Products enrolled in WFS receive the "Fulfilled by Walmart" badge and "2-day shipping" tag, which boosts Buy Box placement and conversions by approximately 50 percent on average.
How WFS Works
- Create a shipping plan. Log into Walmart Seller Center, select items for WFS, and generate inbound shipping labels with destination assignments.
- Send inventory. Ship products to the assigned WFS fulfillment centers. Walmart distributes inventory across facilities based on demand and delivery coverage.
- Orders are fulfilled. When a customer places an order, Walmart picks, packs, and ships from the nearest WFS facility with available inventory.
- Returns are managed. Walmart handles all customer returns, processes refunds, and restocks eligible items back into your WFS inventory.
WFS Fees
WFS charges two primary fee types: storage fees (monthly, based on cubic footage) and fulfillment fees (per order, based on item weight and dimensions). Referral commissions apply to all Walmart Marketplace sales regardless of fulfillment method. WFS fees are generally competitive with Amazon FBA, and Walmart regularly adjusts pricing to attract new sellers. For current rates, visit Walmart Seller Help.
WFS Eligibility
- Must be a US based seller with an approved Walmart Marketplace account
- Products must meet Walmart's size and weight limits (currently up to 150 lbs and 108 inches longest side)
- Products must have valid UPC or GTIN barcodes
- Hazardous materials, perishable goods, and certain restricted categories are not eligible
- Minimum shelf life of 180 days for products with expiration dates
Multi-Channel Fulfillment
WFS now supports multi-channel fulfillment, a significant expansion that launched in 2025 and continued growing into 2026. Your WFS inventory can fulfill orders from Walmart Marketplace, Shopify, eBay, Shein, Temu, and your own direct to consumer website. This means a single inventory pool stored in Walmart's warehouses can serve customers across every major selling channel without needing separate fulfillment arrangements for each platform.
Before multi-channel WFS, sellers needed separate inventory pools for each marketplace. That meant higher storage costs, more complex inventory management, and slower turns. Now you can consolidate everything into WFS and let Walmart ship regardless of where the order originates.
Walmart WFS vs Amazon FBA: Which Is Better for Sellers?
Both programs offer end-to-end fulfillment, but the details differ in ways that affect your costs, operations, and competitive positioning. Here is how they compare across the features that matter most to sellers.
| Feature | Walmart WFS | Amazon FBA |
|---|---|---|
| Labeling | UPC/GTIN only | FNSKU required |
| Packaging | Minimal requirements | Poly bag everything |
| Expiration dates | 180 day minimum | 90 day minimum |
| Storage fees | Generally lower | Monthly + long-term + seasonal |
| Fulfillment fees | Competitive, weight-based | Size tier based, rising annually |
| Multi-channel | WFS now fulfills Shopify, eBay, Shein, Temu | MCF available at premium |
| Returns | Walmart handles | Amazon handles |
| Seller competition | 200,000+ sellers | 2M+ sellers (10x more) |
| Buy Box impact | Fulfilled by Walmart badge + 50% GMV lift | Prime badge essential |
| Geographic advantage | 4,700+ stores as fulfillment nodes | 1,300+ FCs nationwide |
The bottom line: WFS gives sellers simpler prep requirements, lower competition, and growing multi-channel support. FBA offers a larger customer base and more mature logistics infrastructure. Most successful ecommerce brands use both platforms, which is exactly why having a fulfillment partner that handles WFS and FBA prep simultaneously saves time and eliminates operational complexity.
How AMZ Prep Helps Walmart Sellers
AMZ Prep is a Walmart Recommended Fulfillment Partner. We handle WFS prep, multi-channel inventory management, and cross-border fulfillment for sellers operating across Walmart, Amazon, Shopify, and other platforms.
WFS Prep Compliance
Meeting Walmart's labeling, packaging, and barcode requirements. WFS prep standards differ from FBA, and non-compliant shipments get rejected at the dock. We handle UPC verification, case packing, and all Walmart specific inbound requirements.
Inventory Splitting
Distributing inventory across multiple Walmart facilities for faster delivery. When WFS assigns multiple receive locations, we split, label, and ship each portion to the correct facility so your inventory is positioned for maximum 2-day coverage.
Cross-Border Solutions
Leveraging Canada and Mexico networks for international Walmart fulfillment. AMZ Prep operates warehouses in both countries, making it possible to fulfill Walmart Canada and Walmart Mexico orders without managing international logistics yourself.
Multi-Channel Fulfillment
Same inventory serving Walmart, Amazon, Shopify, and DTC from AMZ Prep's 50 plus warehouses. We manage allocation across channels so you never oversell on one platform while sitting on dead stock in another.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walmart Fulfillment Centers
How many Walmart fulfillment centers are there?
Walmart operates over 210 distribution centers globally, including 5 next-generation automated fulfillment centers in the US, 150 plus traditional distribution centers, and 10 major facilities in Canada. Additionally, 4,700 plus Walmart stores ship online orders, creating a network of more than 10,000 shipping locations.
Where are Walmart's next-generation fulfillment centers?
Walmart's 5 confirmed next-gen automated fulfillment centers are located in Joliet, Illinois (opened 2022), McCordsville, Indiana (opened 2023), Lancaster, Texas (opened 2024), Greencastle, Pennsylvania (opened 2025), and Stockton, California (opening 2026). Each features automated high-density storage systems that double capacity and order throughput compared to traditional centers.
What is Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS)?
WFS is Walmart's end-to-end logistics program for marketplace sellers. You send inventory to Walmart's fulfillment centers, and Walmart handles storage, picking, packing, shipping, returns, and customer service. Products receive the Fulfilled by Walmart badge and 2-day shipping tag, which increases GMV by approximately 50 percent on average.
What is the difference between Walmart WFS and Amazon FBA?
WFS uses standard UPC codes while FBA requires FNSKU labels. WFS has simpler packaging requirements and accepts products with 180 plus days until expiration compared to FBA's 90 day minimum. WFS fees are generally lower than FBA, and WFS can now fulfill orders from Shopify, eBay, Shein, and Temu in addition to Walmart Marketplace.
Does Walmart have warehouses in Canada?
Yes. Walmart Canada operates 10 major distribution centers across 6 provinces including Cornwall and Mississauga in Ontario, Calgary and Balzac in Alberta, Surrey in British Columbia, Saint-Romuald in Quebec, Winnipeg in Manitoba, Saskatoon in Saskatchewan, and Moncton in New Brunswick. Each facility handles both retail restocking and ecommerce fulfillment with cross-border US connectivity.
How does Walmart decide where to store my WFS inventory?
Walmart assigns WFS inventory based on product type, historical demand patterns, geographic sales distribution, and shipping speed requirements. West Coast sellers typically use California facilities, Southwest sellers use Texas, Midwest sellers use Indiana or Illinois, and Northeast sellers use Pennsylvania or New Jersey. Walmart's algorithm optimizes for 2-day delivery coverage to the largest possible customer base.
Can I use WFS and sell on other marketplaces?
Yes. Walmart Fulfillment Services now supports multi-channel fulfillment. WFS can fulfill orders from Walmart Marketplace, Shopify, eBay, Shein, Temu, and your own website. This means a single inventory pool in Walmart's warehouses can serve customers across multiple platforms without needing separate fulfillment arrangements.
How many stores does Walmart use for online order fulfillment?
Over 4,700 Walmart stores now ship online orders, making them function as mini fulfillment centers. This store-based fulfillment network handles approximately 40 percent of Walmart's online orders and puts inventory within 10 miles of most Americans, enabling same-day and next-day delivery in major metro areas.
What are Walmart's fulfillment center locations in Texas?
Walmart has a next-generation automated fulfillment center in Lancaster (1400 N Dallas Ave, 75146), plus traditional distribution centers in Terrell (600 Atlanta St, 75160), Palestine (1200 NW Loop 256, 75801), and New Braunfels (1100 W Highway 46, 78130). The Lancaster facility is 1.5 million square feet and serves as the Southwest hub covering Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana.
Does Walmart have fulfillment centers in Mexico?
Yes. Walmart Mexico operates a network of CEDIS (distribution centers) across 10 states including Cuautitlan in Estado de Mexico, Guadalajara in Jalisco, Monterrey in Nuevo Leon, and Mexicali in Baja California. Mexico also has 3 dedicated ecommerce fulfillment centers in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey with direct US border integration.
What is the difference between a Walmart distribution center and a fulfillment center?
Distribution centers primarily restock Walmart retail stores with bulk inventory. Fulfillment centers handle individual customer ecommerce orders, including picking, packing, and shipping directly to consumers. Walmart's next-gen facilities and WFS warehouses are fulfillment centers. Many traditional distribution centers now handle both functions, processing 40 percent or more of online orders alongside retail restocking.
Can AMZ Prep help me with Walmart WFS fulfillment?
Yes. AMZ Prep is a Walmart Recommended Fulfillment Partner. Services include WFS prep compliance (labeling, packaging, barcoding), inventory splitting across multiple Walmart facilities, cross-border fulfillment for Walmart Canada and Mexico, and multi-channel inventory management across Walmart, Amazon, Shopify, and DTC channels. AMZ Prep operates 50 plus warehouses across North America.
About AMZ Prep
North America's largest independently owned 3PL fulfillment network operating 50 plus warehouses across the US and Canada. AMZ Prep is a Walmart Recommended Fulfillment Partner and Amazon SPN partner, handling WFS prep, FBA prep, B2B distribution, and multi-channel fulfillment for ecommerce brands of all sizes.
This guide is maintained by the AMZ Prep logistics team and updated regularly as Walmart expands its fulfillment network.
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