Abstract: Disclosed is a local electronic commerce system and a method thereof to establish transactions between consumers and distributors by using dedicated terminals. The local electronic commerce system according to the invention includes a local electronic commerce server and dedicated terminals equipped by distributors and consumers. A consumer accesses the server by using the consumer's terminal to inquire and order specific commodities as well as to settle payment of fees of the ordered commodities and to receive a transaction receipt from the server. The server orders the commodities to the distributors' terminal and settles payment of the fees of the order commodities. The consumer ultimately exchanges the transaction receipt with the commodities. The invention enables ordinary consumers who are not familiar with the internet or computers to conduct electronic commerce with ease and convenience.