Construction Begins on Wildomar Walmart Supercenter

New store to expand retail options, create jobs, and boost city revenue

Mar. 13, 2026 at 6:50am

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Construction has officially begun on a long-anticipated Walmart Supercenter in Wildomar, California. The project, originally approved in 2015, had stalled in previous years but is now moving forward after the city worked to remove obstacles and coordinate timelines with the property owner and development team. Once completed, the new Walmart Supercenter will expand retail options for residents, create hundreds of construction and permanent jobs, and generate long-term revenue to support essential city services.

Why it matters

This project represents a significant economic development milestone for the City of Wildomar, as the Walmart Supercenter will be one of the largest commercial investments in the city's history. The new store is expected to strengthen Wildomar's local economy by increasing access to groceries, household goods, and everyday essentials, while also contributing to the city's tax base to fund important public services.

The details

The Walmart Supercenter will be located at the northeast corner of Monte Vista Drive and Bundy Canyon Road. The project was originally approved in 2015 but had stalled in previous years, putting its entitlements at risk. Over the past year, the city worked closely with the property owner and development team to remove obstacles, coordinate timelines, and support the start of construction. With site work now underway, the project is expected to create hundreds of construction and permanent jobs, as well as generate long-term revenue for the city.

  • Construction on the Walmart Supercenter officially began in March 2026.
  • The project was originally approved by the city in 2015.

The players

Carlos Marquez

The mayor of Wildomar, who stated that the project is about creating jobs, expanding retail options, and building a stronger tax base to invest in community services.

Chris Mann

The Wildomar city manager, who highlighted the leadership and coordination required to move the project forward and noted the strategic location of the new Walmart Supercenter.

Walmart Regional Vice President

A Walmart executive who expressed the company's pride in investing in Wildomar and its commitment to serving local families and being part of the community's continued growth.

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What they’re saying

“This isn't just about a new store. It is about creating jobs, expanding retail options for our residents, and building a stronger, more sustainable tax base that allows us to invest in the services our community relies upon.”

— Carlos Marquez, Mayor

“Reviving a project of this scale required focused leadership and disciplined execution across multiple departments and partners. With entitlements nearing expiration, the city worked diligently to align timelines, provide regulatory clarity, and complete the stops necessary for construction to begin. This is the result of strategic, solution-oriented governance and a shared commitment to moving Wildomar forward.”

— Chris Mann, City Manager

“We're proud to invest in Wildomar as this project moves forward. We look forward to serving local families with affordable groceries and everyday essentials, creating local job opportunities, and being part of the community's continued growth.”

— Walmart Regional Vice President

What’s next

The construction of the Walmart Supercenter is expected to continue over the next year, with the store projected to open in 2027.

The takeaway

The construction of the Walmart Supercenter in Wildomar represents a significant economic development milestone for the city, as it will expand retail options, create jobs, and generate revenue to support essential public services. This project reflects the city's persistence, strategic planning, and commitment to strengthening the local economy.