Costco vs Sam's Club
Costco
Global warehouse club with 870+ locations and extensive Kirkland Signature private label offerings.
Quality-focused bulk shoppers
VS
Sam's Club
Walmart-owned warehouse club, 600 locations
Budget-conscious shoppers and Walmart loyalists
Short Answer
Costco has 871 locations and $238B in revenue with a $65/year Gold Star membership. Sam's Club (Walmart-owned) has 600 locations and a $50/year membership. Costco is known for higher quality and better employee wages; Sam's Club for lower membership cost.
Our Verdict
Costco for quality, selection, and employee treatment. Sam's Club for lower membership price and Walmart integration.
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Key Differences at a Glance
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Revenue: Costco wins ($238B vs $84B)
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Membership Cost: Sam's Club wins ($50/year vs $65/year)
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US Locations: Costco wins (871 global vs 600 US)
Key Facts & Figures
| Metric | Costco | Sam's Club | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Revenue(USD) | $238 Billion | $84 Billion | +183% |
| Membership Fee(USD/year) | $65 | $50 | +30% |
| Average Employee Wage(USD/hr) | ~$26 |
Key Differences
Costco
Attribute
Sam's Club
$238B🏆
Revenue
$84B
$65/year
Membership Cost
$50/year🏆
871 global🏆
US Locations
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Last updated: March 19, 2026Human reviewed
