5 ways Amazon is investing in Illinois

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Empowering local businesses

Amazon's presence in Illinois supports over 30,000 indirect jobs in industries such as construction, logistics, and professional services. One notable example is our Delivery Service Partner (DSP) program, which supports aspiring entrepreneurs as they build and scale their own delivery businesses. Because they know their communities best, they build teams and a driver network from within their communities, leading to both good jobs in these communities and good service for local customers. While DSPs as independent businesses hire and manage their own employees, they receive support from Amazon to help them be successful.

Amazon also provides a powerful opportunity for Illinois's entrepreneurs and small businesses to reach customers worldwide. In 2025, Illinois-based independent sellers sold more than 152 million items through Amazon's store, with the average independent seller generating approximately $415,000 in annual sales.

These independent sellers-most of which are small and medium-sized businesses -represent more than 60% of sales in Amazon's store. Their success contributes significantly to local economies, with more than 65% of U.S. independent sellers employing at least one person within 50 miles of their primary business location. Illinois ranks in the top 10 states where independent sellers support the most jobs. By providing infrastructure, logistics support, and access to millions of customers, Amazon enables Illinois's small businesses to scale their operations and create additional jobs throughout the state.