Costco announces earlier shopping hours for executive members, more benefits

Costco has announced the rollout of new benefits for executive members, set to go into effect at the end of the month.

The retail warehouse giant told members on June 11 in an email, and confirmed to USA TODAY, that its locations will open at 9 a.m. exclusively for its upper-level members starting June 30.

The company also said its warehouses will remain open an extra hour on Saturdays for all members, closing at 7 p.m.

Costco revealed that executive members will receive a monthly $10 credit for orders of $150 placed through the company's "Same-Day" service or Instacart.

Costco's early executive membership shopping hours

• Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
• Saturday: 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
• Sunday: 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.

The company did not provide further comment on the new benefits when contacted by USA TODAY on June 11.

Costco executive membership benefits

Costco Executive Members already receive the benefits of Gold Star membership, including: warehouse access, Costco fuel access and a free household card.

Executive Members also receive an annual 2% reward on qualified purchases, as well as discounts on Costco services.

The membership costs $130 per year.