How many COOKIE CUTTERS franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, COOKIE CUTTERS has 117 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2003.

Can you get an SBA loan for a COOKIE CUTTERS franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for COOKIE CUTTERS franchises. Historical data shows 51 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for COOKIE CUTTERS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $151,939. The historical default rate is 5.9%.

Is COOKIE CUTTERS a good franchise to buy?

COOKIE CUTTERS shows several positive indicators: established brand with 117+ locations, low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

COOKIE CUTTERS

FDD Year:

Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids franchises operate children's hair salons that provide haircuts, shampoos, styling, and related products and services primarily for children aged 12 and under, in a fun environment featuring entertainment like games, playgrounds, carousel chairs, and themed shampoos. The business model centers on franchising these salons, typically 1,200 sq ft facilities in strip centers or malls with 8-10 chairs staffed by licensed cosmetologists using a commission-based system, and also offers birthday parties. The target market is families with young children, tapping into the growing children's hair care segment with peak demand during holidays and back-to-school periods.

117

Locations

$138K–$390K

Investment

Since 2003

Franchising

ServicesSalt Lake City, UTwww.kidscuts.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$40,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$138,200 – $390,200

Low: $138,200High: $390,200

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

5.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

1.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$55 – $55

Item 6 of FDD

5% royalty + 1% ad fund + $55/mo fixed fees (certificates $2 + MPLC $35 + server $18)

How COOKIE CUTTERS Compares

Key Insights

Lower investment than 75% of Personal Care Services franchises
Top 10 largest franchise system in Personal Care Services
Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Personal Care Services

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
COOKIE CUTTERS Current	$138K – $390K	$40K	5.0%	117
COST CUTTERS	$184K – $336K	$40K	5.0%	911
COMFORT KEEPERS	$120K – $191K	$55K	5.0%	619
PALM BEACH TAN	$639K – $1.0M	$30K	6.0%	398
HOUSE OF COLOUR	$33K – $52K	$30K	4.0%	312
DRYBAR	$410K – $1.0M	$50K	7.0%	176
Personal Care Services Average 20 franchises	$424K – $832K	$43K	5.9%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 20 Personal Care Services franchises by location count.

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for COOKIE CUTTERS franchisees (2012 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$151,939

Total Volume

$7.7M

Default Rate

5.9%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

113 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

113 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a COOKIE CUTTERS franchise ranges from $138,200 to $390,200. This includes a franchise fee of $40,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.