As of December 1, 2024, Missouri is home to 826 tobacco shops, marking a 4.56% increase compared to 2023. Of these, 511 shops (61.86%) are independently owned, while 315 (38.14%) operate under larger brands. The top three cities with the highest number of tobacco shops are St. Louis, with 223 locations, Kansas City with 111, and Springfield with 50. The average age of tobacco shops in Missouri is 6 years.
