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Does Dollar General
code as Retail?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Dollar General — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
5331
Category
Variety Stores
Reward Category
Retail
Confirmed by
PreSwipe team
Best cards for Dollar General
Citi Double Cash
2% back on all purchases
2% back
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Dollar General use?
Dollar General uses MCC 5331 — Variety Stores. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Dollar General by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Dollar General count as variety stores for credit card rewards?
Yes — Dollar General codes as Variety Stores (MCC 5331), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a variety stores category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Dollar General?
The best card depends on how Dollar General codes. Since it uses MCC 5331 (Variety Stores), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.