For a lot of consumers of all income groups, dollar stores have become a convenient go-to choice for picking up everyday products. A lot of dollar stores are located in rural areas where there isn’t a lot of choice and people would have to drive a fair distance to get to a larger store. Another reason is that consumers, ever since the economic downturn in 2008, are value sensitive. They’re careful about how they spend their money. Dollar stores are very good options for them to get really good value for the money on consumables, household goods and food, as well as some hardware and home improvement products.