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Five Below
AddedFeb 17, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Five Below

Five Below

Public

Five Below, Inc.: A US-based value retailer offering a variety of products from tech to beauty, nationwide.

HQ
Philadelphia, PA, US
Founded
2002
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Founded in 2002, Five Below, Inc. is a US-based specialty value retailer with a core mission to provide affordable and trendy products for teens and pre-teens. The company offers a wide range of items, including tech accessories, beauty products, home decor, toys, games, and snacks, all priced at $5 or below. With a focus on creating a fun shopping experience, Five Below aims to be the go-to destination for budget-conscious consumers seeking high-quality, fashionable goods.

Notable figures associated with Five Below include its founders David Schlessinger and Tom Vellios. The company has attracted significant investment from private equity firms like Advent International. Key achievements include rapid nationwide expansion and a successful IPO in 2012. Five Below has made a substantial impact by democratizing access to trendy products, fostering a loyal customer base, and consistently delivering strong financial performance.

Five Below - Quick Facts

When was Five Below founded?

Five Below was founded in 2002.

Where is Five Below's headquarters located?

Five Below's headquarters is located in Philadelphia, PA, US.

How much has Five Below raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2012, Five Below has raised a total of $211M (USD).

How many employees does Five Below have?

Five Below has 21,900 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Five Below - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Revenue
  • Transactional
Main Product
  • Consumer Goods
  • Retail
Tags
  • Retail
Unique IDs
  • ein: 753000378
  • secCik: 0001177609
  • ticker: FIVE
NAICS
  • 455000General Merchandise Retailers
  • 455200Warehouse Clubs, Supercenters, and Other General Merchandise Retailers
  • 455210Warehouse Clubs, Supercenters, and Other General Merchandise Retailers
  • 455211Warehouse Clubs and Supercenters
  • 450000Retail Trade
SIC
  • 5300General merchandise stores
  • 5330Variety Stores
  • 5331Variety Stores
Show 19 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 440000Retail Trade
  • 445000Food and Beverage Retailers
  • 445100Grocery and Convenience Retailers
  • 445130Convenience Retailers and Vending Machine Operators
  • 445131Convenience Retailers
  • 455219All Other General Merchandise Retailers
  • 459120Hobby, Toy, and Game Retailers
  • 459000Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
  • 459100Sporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument Retailers
SIC
  • 5400Food Stores
  • 5410Grocery Stores
  • 5411Grocery Stores
  • 5490Miscellaneous Food Stores
  • 5940Miscellaneous Shopping Goods Stores
  • 5945Hobby, Toy, And Game Shops
  • 5000Wholesale Trade-durable Goods
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail
  • 5990Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 5999Miscellaneous Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified