# US States Browse specialty leasing and short-term retail opportunities by state. Find kiosks, pop-up shops, carts, and temporary retail spaces in shopping centers across all 50 US states. ## [Arizona](/state/az) Arizona's economy runs on two engines: tourism and migration. 45.7 million visitors spent $29.7 billion here in 2024—$81 million per day—while the population grows at the nation's 4th-fastest rate. People are fleeing California for lower taxes, 300 days of sunshine, and housing that costs 40% less. Phoenix tech corridors mix with Scottsdale luxury resorts and Grand Canyon gateway towns. International visitors jumped 20%, spending up 30%. The state doesn't have seasonal dead zones—desert resorts, wine country, mountain retreats, mining heritage towns all pull traffic year-round. Retail spaces here tap into explosive growth from both tourists and new residents who bring California money and Texas optimism. ## [California](/state/ca) California runs the fourth-largest economy on Earth. $4.1 trillion in GDP. 39.5 million residents. 268 million visitors spent $157 billion in 2024. Median household income: $100,149. Tech wealth from Silicon Valley. Entertainment dollars from Los Angeles. 58 Fortune 500 headquarters. Shopping centers here don't just serve neighborhoods—they're destinations for global consumers who come for California's lifestyle, culture, and trends. Retail spaces here sit at the center of American consumer culture. For better or worse. ## [Connecticut](/state/ct) Connecticut punches well above its weight — 1,540 shopping centers with a 95.7% occupancy rate and $30,300 in retail spending per capita, one of the highest figures in the entire Northeast. Tucked between New York City and Boston, CT shoppers are affluent, consistent, and hungry for discovery — with mall foot traffic up nearly 5% year-over-year and still climbing. Specialty leasing in Connecticut means putting your brand in front of some of the most high-spending consumers in the country, at a fraction of traditional retail costs. 71% of in-store shoppers spend more than $50 per visit GroundTruth — and in a state where disposable income runs high, that number skews even higher. Your next loyal customer is already walking the mall. Are you there to meet them? ## [Massachusetts](/state/ma) Massachusetts runs on education and money. Nation's second-highest GDP per capita: $88,790. Median household income: $101,341. Harvard, MIT, dominant biotech corridors, financial services—creating the most educated, highest-earning consumer base in America. 52.6 million visitors spent $24.2 billion in 2024. International tourism spending surged 45%. Revolutionary War heritage, Cape Cod beaches, Boston's cultural institutions all pull traffic. America's 250th anniversary celebrations through 2026 and FIFA World Cup matches bring unprecedented tourism momentum. Knowledge economy means recession-resistant spending. Retail spaces tap both the wealthiest per-capita population and explosive international visitor growth. ## [Nevada](/state/nv) Nevada is Las Vegas. 41.7 million visitors spent $1,322 per person in 2024—52.6% above pre-pandemic levels. Zero state income tax drives business migration from California. 6 million convention attendees spend $1,681 per trip—33% more than leisure visitors. Shopping expenditure surged 12.8% to $281 per visitor, highest increase across all spending categories. Las Vegas Strip gaming revenue: $9.1 billion in 2024. Super Bowl LVIII, Las Vegas Grand Prix—major events flood the state with affluent consumers year-round. Tourism represents 37% of state GDP. Retail spaces capture the nation's most concentrated high-spending tourist traffic. ## [New Jersey](/state/nj) New Jersey is one of the most densely populated states in America, with 2,650 shopping centers running at a 95.9% occupancy rate and generating $26,241 in retail spending per capita annually. With foot traffic up 7% year-over-year, NJ shoppers aren't just browsing — they're buying. Whether you're a pop-up brand or a growing micro-merchant, New Jersey's mall ecosystem is one of the most active in the country — and specialty leasing spaces are your lowest-risk entry point into it. Nationally, 71% of in-store shoppers spend more than $50 per visit GroundTruth, compared to just 54% online. Your next customer is already at the mall — are you? ## [New York](/state/ny) New York: third-largest economy in America. $1.6 trillion in GDP. 19.5 million residents. 291 million annual tourists. Median household income: $81,386—40% above national average. Manhattan's 8.3 million residents create constant foot traffic. Cultural diversity drives demand for specialized retail concepts. America's financial and cultural capital means your brand gains visibility beyond your physical location. In New York, retail space isn't just real estate—it's a launchpad. ## [Oregon](/state/or) Oregon has zero state sales tax. One of only five states where every retail dollar goes further. Drives cross-border shopping pilgrimages from neighboring states. Median household income: $80,426. Tech wealth from Nike, Intel, Columbia Sportswear headquarters fuels premium spending across Portland, Eugene, Bend. Tourism injected $14.3 billion in 2024. Coastal destinations, mountain recreation, urban shopping districts—constant flow. Retail spaces capture both affluent locals benefiting from tax-free purchases and tourists seeking natural beauty with shopping value. ## [Rhode Island](/state/ri) Don't let the size fool you — Rhode Island packs a serious retail punch. 451 shopping centers run at 96.7% occupancy, with $29,016 in mall spending per capita, and foot traffic has surged an extraordinary 20% year-over-year — among the highest growth rates in the entire country. Wedged between Boston and Providence, with a dense, high-income population and a median household income of $86,372, Rhode Island shoppers are active, local, and ready to spend. Specialty leasing here means maximum exposure in minimum square footage — the smartest way to plant your flag in New England. ## [Texas](/state/tx) Texas dominates American economic expansion. $2.7 trillion in GDP. 31.3 million residents. Fastest-growing major state economy. Zero state income tax puts more money in consumers' pockets. 62 million visitors spent $97.5 billion in 2024. 53 Fortune 500 headquarters—more than any state. Led nation in job creation for 13th consecutive year. 563,000 new residents arrived last year seeking opportunity and lower costs. Shopping centers capture migration momentum. Retail spaces position you at the epicenter of America's economic future. Growth isn't a projection—it's already happening. ## [Washington](/state/wa) Washington runs on tech money. Nation's third-highest per capita output: $88,215—surpassing even California. Median household income: $94,952. Microsoft, Amazon, Boeing anchor an innovation economy that concentrates wealth across Seattle and beyond. 111 million visitors spent $25 billion in 2024. Zero state income tax keeps more money in consumers' wallets. Shopping centers capture spending from both affluent locals and millions of tourists exploring Seattle's urban energy and the state's natural wonders. Retail spaces tap a market where high incomes, visitor spending, and business momentum converge.