How many KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) has 3,404 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1992.

Can you get an SBA loan for a KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) franchises. Historical data shows 45 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) franchisees, with an average loan amount of $1,087,087. The historical default rate is 0.0%.

Is KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) a good franchise to buy?

KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) shows several positive indicators: established brand with 3,404+ 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.

KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL)

FDD Year:

KFC US, LLC licenses non-traditional KFC outlets that prepare and sell a limited menu of approved chicken items, such as strips and sandwiches, along with other KFCLLC-approved products. These outlets primarily operate in captive, high-foot-traffic venues like military bases, transportation terminals, colleges, malls, amusement parks, and stadiums, using KFC trademarks and proprietary operating systems. The business model involves site approval, licensing fees, and ongoing royalties, targeting licensees interested in placing KFC in non-traditional, controlled environments.

3,404

Locations

$1208K–$4155K

Investment

Since 1992

Franchising

Food & BeverageLouisville, KYYum! Brands, Inc.www.KFC.com/franchise-a-kfcDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$45,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$1,207,575 – $4,155,000

Low: $1,207,575High: $4,155,000

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

N/A

Brand Fund

N/A

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$451 – $3,000

Item 6 of FDD

Technology fee anticipated up to $451/mo when components implemented (not to exceed $3,000/mo); insurance approx. $667-$1,083/mo (annual premium $8,000-$13,000 /12). No royalty or ad fund specified in provided text.

How KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) Compares

Key Insights

Higher investment than 84% of Fast Food franchises
Top 10 largest franchise system in Fast Food
One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Fast Food

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) Current	$1.2M – $4.2M	$45K	N/A	3,404
MCDONALD'S	$1.5M – $2.6M	$45K	N/A	12,772
AFC	$45K – $151K	$6K	9.5%	3,572
SONIC DRIVE-IN	$1.7M – $3.1M	$15K	5.0%	3,441
JIMMY JOHN'S	$366K – $728K	$35K	6.0%	2,647
ARBY'S	$645K – $2.5M	$38K	4.0%	2,316
Fast Food Average 128 franchises	$600K – $1.5M	$35K	6.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 128 Fast Food franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2025)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States

1CA

362

2TX

228

3FL

211

4OH

186

5NC

153

6MI

150

7NY

150

8GA

137

9TN

119

10PA

109

11VA

105

12SC

13IL

14KY

15IN

+34 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) franchisees (2013 – 2024)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$1,087,087

Total Volume

$48.9M

Default Rate

0.0%

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

742 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

742 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee CasesN/A

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryN/A

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

155

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a KFC (NON-TRADITIONAL) franchise ranges from $1,207,575 to $4,155,000. This includes a franchise fee of $45,000.