2021 Year in Review: Independent C-Stores

In a year unlike any other, 2021 was especially unique for the c-store market. Here are a few highlights: 

• Average monthly in-store revenue was up 8% and average basket sizes were up 3% compared to 2020
• The average number of weekly fuel visits per c-store were up 15% from 2020 
• Most categories saw growth in 2020 - premium water saw 20% YOY growth, juice and alternative snacks grew 11% each, while candy and snacks each grew around 5%.

See which other categories led growth in 2021- and more - in the below infographic.

If you're looking for a deeper dive, we've also created category breakdowns. Check them all out!

• Packaged Beverages
• Energy Beverages
• Salty Snacks
• Candy