- Costco Wholesale Corporation, headquartered in Issaquah, Washington, is a leading general merchandiser known for its membership-based warehouse club model, generating net sales of $68.24 billion in Q2 of fiscal 2026, a 9.1% increase from the previous year.
- In the last 12 months, Costco reported a net income of $2.035 billion for Q2 of fiscal 2026 and achieved significant growth in digitally-enabled sales, which surged by 22.6% in the same quarter.
- Key customers include individual members and businesses that benefit from bulk purchasing, with notable international sales growth of 13.0% in the 'Other International' segment during Q2 of fiscal 2026.
- Costco's ideal buyer is cost-conscious consumers and small to medium-sized businesses looking for value and bulk purchasing options, making it essential for sales teams to engage with them as they continue to expand their market presence and digital capabilities.
Costco Wholesale's workforce is structured across 19 departments, with a total headcount of 333,000 employees. The largest department is Operations, employing 6,679 individuals, followed by the Executive department with 2,736 employees. Sales and Information Technology also play significant roles, with headcounts of 1,816 and 1,024, respectively. This distribution reflects a strong operational focus, complemented by robust executive and technical support.
The company's geographic distribution includes 1,076 locations, with the highest concentration in Issaquah, WA, housing 2,684 employees. Seattle, WA follows with 885 employees, and Henderson, NV contributes another 606. The 'Other' category, accounting for 14,274 employees, indicates a broad geographic reach, suggesting a distributed workforce across various regions, while also highlighting significant operational hubs in Washington state.
