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A history of success

In 1982, Ross Dress For Less was launched with six off-price stores in California. Today, Ross Stores is a Fortune 500 company with more than 900 stores in 27 states. Here are just a few highlights from our history:

1982

Ross offers its very first bargains in six California locations

1985

Ross Stores becomes a public company

1992

Ross introduces Home Accents

1994

Ross adds Bed and Bath department

1995

Sales exceed $1 billion

2001

Ross begins expansion, entering the Southeast U.S.

2003

Two new distribution centers open -- in Fort Mill, SC and Perris, CA

2004

A new concept, dd’s DISCOUNTS® is launched in CA providing exceptional values on the brands and fashions found in discount department stores…all at 20-70% savings

2007

Ross celebrates 25 years of bargains and grows to $6.0 billion in revenues

An entrepreneurial spirit

Ross has grown over the years thanks to a hands-on, hardworking culture that rewards those who are practical, creative, and straightforward. We have a rich history of promoting our most resourceful associates from within. At the same time, we’re always looking for new talent to keep our team—and our ideas—fresh and current.

A commitment to diversity

At Ross, we value and respect diversity. What matters is how a person performs on the job. That’s why we promote the hiring, acceptance, and appreciation of every individual. Our workplace is one in which personal dignity and respect for the individual is expected in all interactions with our associates and our customers.