Whole Foods Market Plans Second Montana Location in Missoula

Missoula, MT, October 1, 2026 — A new retail development planned for Missoula, Montana, is set to include the state’s second Whole Foods Market. The announcement marks a significant expansion for the grocery chain in Big Sky Country. Details regarding the specific location within Missoula, the developer of the new project, and the planned timeline for construction and opening were not immediately available.

Whole Foods Market, known for its focus on natural and organic products, currently operates one store in Montana. The first location opened in Bozeman. The addition of a second store in Missoula suggests a growing market demand for the company’s offerings in the state.

The precise nature of the new development where the store will be situated is also not yet disclosed. Such developments typically involve a mix of retail spaces, potentially alongside residential or office components. Information regarding the scale of the Whole Foods Market store itself, including its square footage and the range of products it will carry, has not been released.

The timeline for when residents can expect the store to open its doors is also part of the information yet to be made public. Typically, the development of new retail spaces involves multiple phases, including planning, permitting, construction, and stocking, which can span several months to over a year.

Whole Foods Market has not provided a timeline or specific details about the groundbreaking or grand opening of the Missoula location. Further announcements are anticipated as the development progresses.

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