Retail Store Density by Region — Free Dot Density Map Template
This template maps retail store density across eight US regions using a dot density map, where the volume of dots reflects how many locations sit in each area. The sample data shows the heaviest store concentrations on the West Coast (210) and in the Northeast (185), thinning out across the Mountain (55) and Central (68) regions. It is a ready-made starting point for visualizing where your store footprint is dense versus underserved — just replace the numbers with your own.
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This template maps retail store density across eight US regions using a dot density map, where the volume of dots reflects how many locations sit in each area. The sample data shows the heaviest store concentrations on the West Coast (210) and in the Northeast (185), thinning out across the Mountain (55) and Central (68) regions. It is a ready-made starting point for visualizing where your store footprint is dense versus underserved — just replace the numbers with your own.
It's a ready-made Dot Density Map you can open and edit in seconds — replace the sample numbers with your own, restyle it, and download a publication-ready image, all free and in your browser.
Template Data
This template ships with the sample data below. Open it in the editor to swap in your own figures:
| Region | Stores |
|---|---|
| Northeast | 185 |
| Southeast | 142 |
| Midwest | 120 |
| Southwest | 95 |
| West Coast | 210 |
| Mountain | 55 |
| Pacific NW | 78 |
| Central | 68 |
When to Use This Template
- Retail operations managers mapping store coverage to spot over-saturated and underserved regions
- Franchise and expansion teams pitching where to open the next batch of locations
- Sales and territory planners comparing regional store density against revenue or population
How to Use It
- Open the template — click "Open This Template in the Editor" to load it with its sample data.
- Edit the data — type your own labels and values, or paste a column straight from a spreadsheet.
- Customize & export — pick colors, add a title, then download as PNG or PDF. No signup, no watermark.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I replace the regions and store counts with my own data?
Yes. Click "Open in editor" and edit the data table directly — rename the eight regions, change the counts, or add and remove rows. The dot density updates instantly, and you can recolor the map to match your brand. No signup is required.
How do I save or share the finished map?
You can export the chart as a PNG, SVG, or PDF straight from the in-browser editor. PNG is best for slides and email, SVG keeps it crisp for print or further design work, and PDF is handy for reports — all free, with no account needed.
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