Amazon has announced a major expansion of its Prime delivery network. The company will invest over $4 billion to boost fast delivery in rural America. This move aims to reach more than 4,000 small cities and towns across the country.
Communities in places like Asbury, Iowa, Fort Seneca, Ohio, Lewes, Delaware, North Padre Island, Texas, and Sharptown, Maryland will benefit. These areas have long faced limited access to fast shipping. Amazon wants to change that by bringing Same-Day and Next-Day delivery to their doorsteps.
The company plans to triple its delivery network by 2026. This massive effort will also create jobs in rural towns. Amazon expects to hire around 170 workers per delivery station. New driving positions will support these stations as well.
More rural shoppers want quick and reliable delivery. Amazon has noticed this growing demand and is acting fast. The company said it delivered over 9 billion items with Same-Day or Next-Day service in 2024 alone.
Compared to last year, that’s an increase of more than 30% in fast shipments. These numbers show that customers value speed—no matter where they live.
Amazon’s investment is about more than speed. It also supports small-town economies. New delivery stations mean local job creation and better product access.
This announcement comes just weeks before Amazon’s Prime Day. The event will last 96 hours, from July 8 to July 11. With this expansion, Amazon hopes to meet high customer demand during this busy shopping period.
The company’s focus on fast delivery in rural America shows a long-term commitment. Amazon wants every Prime member to enjoy fast, reliable service—whether they live in a big city or a small town.
By bringing high-speed shipping to more places, Amazon is reshaping how rural customers shop. Its $4 billion investment will ensure more people experience fast delivery in rural America than ever before.
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