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6 Data Points

What Category Does Walmart Code As on Citi ThankYou Mastercard?

Walmart most commonly codes as Groceries2 of 6 reports (33%)

Across 6 verified community data points, Walmart (USA) purchases on the Citi ThankYou Mastercard most frequently code as Groceries (33% of reports), earning up to 3X ThankYou Points. Other reported categories include Online Purchase, Retail (2 reports), Groceries, Online Purchase (1 report), Retail, Department Stores (1 report).

Most Reported Category

Groceries

33% (2/6 reports)

Earning Rate

3X

ThankYou Points

Community Reports

6 Reports

In-Store, Online

Last Verified

2026-08-26

Via Card, Walmart Scan & Go

Reported Category Breakdown

Groceries2 DPs (33%) · 3X ThankYou points
Online Purchase, Retail2 DPs (33%) · 2X ThankYou points
Groceries, Online Purchase1 DP (17%) · 3X ThankYou points
Retail, Department Stores1 DP (17%) · 2X ThankYou points

Verified Community Submissions (6)

Sorted newest first
Groceries3XBonus: false
Verified 2026-08-26·from FlyerTalk ↗
Purchase TypeIn-Store (USA)
Paid ThroughCard
Amount & Rewards$100.00 → 300 ThankYou Points
Gift Card / ReloadNo
Confirmed in Flyertalk - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/37901724-post932.html - Walmart express checkout register coded as Merchandise-GROCERY STORE,SUPERMARKET
RetailDepartment Stores2XBonus: false
Verified 2026-08-26·from FlyerTalk ↗
Purchase TypeIn-Store (USA)
Paid ThroughCard
Amount & Rewards$100.00 → 200 ThankYou Points
Gift Card / ReloadNo
Confirmed in Flyertalk - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/37901724-post932.html - Walmart register near electronics coded as Merchandise-DISCOUNT STORE and eligible for 5% retail offer
Groceries3XBonus: false
Verified 2026-07-20·from FlyerTalk ↗
Purchase TypeIn-Store (USA)
Paid ThroughCard
Amount & Rewards$100.00 → 300 ThankYou Points
Gift Card / ReloadNo
Confirmed in Flyertalk - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/37850735-post846.html - Walmart self-checkout counts as groceries
GroceriesOnline Purchase3X
Verified 2026-03-09
Purchase TypeIn-Store (USA)
Paid ThroughWalmart Scan & Go
Amount & Rewards$300.00 → 900 ThankYou Points
Gift Card / ReloadVisa
Buy gift cards and other items too
Online PurchaseRetail2X
Verified 2026-02-09·from Doctor of Credit ↗
Purchase TypeOnline (USA)
Paid ThroughCard
Amount & Rewards$500.00 → 1000 ThankYou Points
Gift Card / ReloadWalmart
Website:https://www.walmart.com
Confirmed in doctorofcredit- https://www.doctorofcredit.com/targeted-citi-thankyou-formerly-sywr-spending-offers-for-february-april/#comment-2251999
Online PurchaseRetail2X
Verified 2026-02-02
Purchase TypeOnline (USA)
Paid ThroughCard
Amount & Rewards$100.00 → 200 ThankYou Points
Gift Card / ReloadNo
Website:https://www.walmart.com/

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What category does Walmart code as on Citi ThankYou Mastercard?▼

Based on 6 verified community data points (33% reporting Groceries), Walmart in-store purchases code as Groceries on the Citi ThankYou Mastercard.

How many points or cash back do you earn at Walmart with Citi ThankYou Mastercard?▼

You earn 3X on Walmart purchases with the Citi ThankYou Mastercard, as it codes as Groceries.

Does Walmart code consistently as Groceries?▼

Community reports indicate varying categories depending on purchase method or merchant terminal:

  • Groceries: 33% (2 reports) — earns 3X ThankYou points
  • Online Purchase, Retail: 33% (2 reports) — earns 2X ThankYou points
  • Groceries, Online Purchase: 17% (1 report) — earns 3X ThankYou points
  • Retail, Department Stores: 17% (1 report) — earns 2X ThankYou points
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