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Amazon to Launch Same-Day Delivery in 4,000 Rural Communities by Year’s End

Hybrid rural hubs powered by machine learning are set to slash delivery times across thousands of communities.

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An Amazon.com delivery worker rides a four-wheel electric cargo delivery vehicle in Manhattan in New York City, U.S., March 19, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Segar/File Photo
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Overview

  • Amazon has already rolled out same- and next-day delivery in over 1,000 small towns and plans to expand to more than 4,000 by December 2025.
  • A $4 billion investment will triple Amazon’s delivery network by the end of 2026 with an emphasis on rural America.
  • Same- or next-day deliveries have climbed over 30 percent year-on-year so far in 2025, driven by faster fulfillment in smaller communities.
  • Existing rural delivery stations will be upgraded into hybrid hubs that store inventory on-site for rapid final-mile fulfillment.
  • Machine learning will forecast regional demand for essentials and each new hub is expected to create around 170 direct jobs alongside expanded driving roles.