Extra Space Storage was founded in 1977 by Kenneth M. Wooley, who opened the first facility in Billings, MT under "Secure-it Mini Storage." The company, now headquartered near Salt Lake City in Cottonwood Heights, UT, operates over 4,000 storage facilities nationwide.

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Extra Space Storage acquired Storage Express in September 2022 and Life Storage in July 2023, adding about 1,500 locations. These acquisitions strengthened the company's industry leadership and expanded its network of high-quality storage facilities.

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Contact Extra Space Storage's investor relations team by emailing InvestorRelations@extraspace.com. Additional resources including annual reports, sustainability information, and investor relations materials are available on the company's investor relations page and information request form.

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Extra Space Storage is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol EXR. For more detailed stock information, visit the EXR Stock Info page.

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Extra Space Storage's corporate office can be reached at (801) 365-4600, which connects to their support center for assistance.

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As of 2024, Extra Space Storage operates over 4,000 facilities across 42 states and Washington, D.C., making it the largest self storage company in the U.S. The company has ownership interest in 2,436 facilities and manages 1,575 stores for independent owners through its third-party management platform.

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In 2024, Extra Space Storage served over 2.4 million customers and facilitated 1.7 million new storage rentals, making it one of the most trusted self storage providers in the U.S. The company maintains high customer ratings and thousands of positive reviews nationwide.

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Extra Space Storage's net worth, represented by its market capitalization, was approximately $27.6 billion as of Q3 2025. Market cap is calculated by multiplying the current share price by outstanding shares, and it fluctuates with stock price changes.

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No, Extra Space Storage is not a franchise, but a publicly traded REIT that owns and operates its facilities. The company offers Management Plus, a third-party management program where property owners retain ownership while partnering with Extra Space Storage for professional management under its brand.

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Extra Space Storage has never fully rebranded, but it has evolved its signature green from dark forest green in 1977 to bright wasabi green in 2013. This change reflects the company's modern facilities and mission to help customers through transitions.

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Extra Space Storage entered its first major metro market in 1980 with facilities in Los Angeles. The company expanded into key metros like New York, Atlanta, Miami, and Dallas primarily through the 2005 Storage USA acquisition, which significantly grew its national footprint.

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Yes, the self storage industry continues to grow, generating $23,357.6 million in revenue in 2024 and projected to exceed $30 million by 2030. The industry will keep expanding as residential and business storage needs increase—visit the Investor Relations page for Extra Space Storage's latest growth updates.

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Extra Space Storage's major milestones include going public on the NYSE, acquiring Storage USA, Storage Express, and Life Storage to become the industry's largest operator, launching third-party management services, and growing to over 4,000 properties nationwide.

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Members of the media can visit the Extra Space Storage Media Page for press releases, company news, and brand assets. The page provides all necessary information and materials to support media inquiries.

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Ken Woolley founded Extra Space Storage after noticing limited storage availability on the East Coast in 1977. The company operates on three pillars: employee investment, business fairness, and technological sophistication for tailored pricing strategies.

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Extra Space Storage leads industry trends through automation technology, enhanced security features, premier third-party management services, and solar installations at 800+ facilities. The company sets standards for customer experience, operational innovation, and sustainability as the nation's largest self storage operator.

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Extra Space Storage is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) owned by its shareholders, not a single individual. The company is managed by its board of directors and executive leadership team who operate on behalf of the stock investors.

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Extra Space Storage's executive team includes CEO Joseph Margolis, CFO Jeff Norman, CLO Gwyn McNeal, CDO Samrat Sondhi, COO Matthew Herrington, CIO Zachary Dickens, and CSPO Noah Springer.

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As of 2024, Extra Space Storage has more than 8,000 employees across its 4,000+ facilities and the corporate office, operating in over 42 states and Washington, D.C.

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Extra Space Storage's Board includes Chairman and founder Kenneth Wooley, CEO Joseph Margolis, and directors Mark Barberio, Joseph Bonner, Gary Crittenden, Susan Harnett, Spencer Kirk, Diane Olmstead, Julia Vander Ploeg, and Joseph V. Saffire.

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Extra Space Storage contributes through corporate volunteerism, charitable giving, and scholarship programs. The company supports charities like TreeUtah and Utah Food Bank while providing employees with paid volunteer time off, donation matching, and educational scholarships.

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Extra Space Storage advances ESG through solar installations on 42% of properties, six years of reduced emissions, gender and race pay equity, paid volunteer time off, and 90% board independence. The company maintains 94.4% customer satisfaction and awards annual scholarships.

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Extra Space Storage has solar installations at over 800 facilities and participates in community solar programs, generating 6.5 megawatts of renewable energy. The company’s sustainability initiatives focus on energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction to reduce environmental impact.

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Extra Space Storage fosters an inclusive culture built on core values of Integrity, Excellence, Passion, Teamwork, and Innovation. The company creates an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to help achieve the vision of helping people to a better tomorrow.

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Extra Space Storage provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, paid time off, disability insurance, performance incentives, and scholarship opportunities for employees and their families.

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