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PIZZA RANCH

PIZZA RANCH

Pizza Ranch franchises family-style restaurants specializing in pizza, chicken, and an all-you-can-eat buffet with salad and other items, offering dine-in, take-out, catering, and delivery services. The business model centers on using proprietary trademarks, recipes, standardized designs, training, and operational systems, often including a FunZone arcade, to provide quality food at excellent value. They primarily target small-town America but are expanding into larger cities, serving the general public across all age groups.

Since 1984Food & BeverageOrange City, IAwww.pizzaranch.com
Item 19 AvailableSBA Loan Data

Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.

Overview

Investment
$2,101,500 - $4,909,500
Franchise Fee
$30,000
Locations
212

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$30,000
Initial Investment Range$2,101,500 - $4,909,500
Royalty Rate3.50%
Brand Fund2.25%
Fixed Monthly Fees$734 - $2,600

3.5% royalty (min $500/mo) + 0.5% service fee + 2.25% marketing fund + $50-$500/mo promotions + $8,000-$25,000/yr insurance + ~$200/yr training materials

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations212
Corporate Locations6
States Operating16
Franchising Since1984
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$1,648,781.17
Median Gross Revenue
$1,561,206.89
EBITDA Margin
13.63%
Top Quartile Revenue
$2,409,977
Bottom Quartile Revenue
$1,160,865
Average Gross Profit
$1,549,777
Average EBITDA
$292,974

Data Based On: Revenue data for 212 franchised restaurants, segmented by population within a 3-mile radius (Table 1), and profit data (Gross Profit, EBITDA) for 85 franchised restaurants with FunZones (Table 3). All data is for the calendar year 2024, with restaurants open for at least 3 full months.

* Revenue figures (average, median, top/bottom quartile) are calculated from Table One, which includes data for 212 franchised restaurants. Weighted average gross revenue from Table One: (100 units × $1,160,865 + 53 units × $1,891,019 + 31 units × $2,121,024 + 28 units × $2,409,977) / 212 total units = $1,648,781.17. Weighted median gross revenue from Table One: (100 units × $1,058,267 + 53 units × $1,922,954 + 31 units × $1,958,826 + 28 units × $2,232,464) / 212 total units = $1,561,206.89. Top quartile revenue is based on the average gross sales of the highest population segment (Over 50,001), and bottom quartile revenue is based on the average gross sales of the lowest population segment (15,000 or Less) from Table One. Profit figures (average gross profit, average EBITDA, EBITDA margin) are derived from Table 3, which covers 85 franchised restaurants with FunZones. Average gross profit is calculated as Average Gross Sales ($2,149,483) - Cost of Sales ($599,706) = $1,549,777. EBITDA margin percentage is calculated as Average EBITDA ($292,974) / Average Gross Sales ($2,149,483) = 0.1363. Best guess profit low is estimated by applying the average EBITDA margin (13.63%) from Table 3 to the lowest reported Gross Sales ($855,056) for a FunZone restaurant, yielding $116,549.67. Best guess profit high is set to the average EBITDA ($292,974) as reported in Table 3.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How PIZZA RANCH Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises

Key Insights

  • Higher investment than 98% of Fast Food franchises
FranchiseInvestment RangeFranchise FeeRoyaltyLocations
PIZZA RANCH
Current
$2.1M - $4.9M$30K3.5%212
Burger King$2.1M - $4.7M$50K4.5%19,732
MCDONALD'S$1.5M - $2.6M$45KN/A12,772
AFC$45K - $151K$6K9.5%3,572
SONIC DRIVE-IN$1.7M - $3.1M$15K5.0%3,441
JIMMY JOHN'S$366K - $728K$35K6.0%2,647
Fast Food Average
127 franchises
$605K - $1.5M$35K6.1%-

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 127 Fast Food franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States by Outlet Count
1IA
68
2MN
43
3WI
29
4SD
19
5ND
14
6IL
8
7MO
7
8NE
6
9KS
6
10MT
4
11MI
4
12WY
2
13TN
1
14CO
1
15AR
0

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for PIZZA RANCH franchisees (2010 - 2025)

Total Loans
71
Average Loan Amount
$786,301
Total Loan Volume
$55,827,400
Default Rate
1.4%

Loans by Year

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

Franchisee Contacts

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Litigation Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
6
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired by Franchisor
0
Ceased Operations (Other)
0
System Transfers
12
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New Franchises
14

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a PIZZA RANCH franchise?

The total initial investment to open a PIZZA RANCH franchise ranges from $2,101,500 to $4,909,500. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 3.5% of gross sales.

How much revenue does a PIZZA RANCH franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a PIZZA RANCH franchise is $1,648,781.17. The median revenue is $1,561,206.89.

How much profit can you make with a PIZZA RANCH franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a PIZZA RANCH franchise ranges from $116,549.67 to $292,974 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

How many PIZZA RANCH franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, PIZZA RANCH has 212 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1984.

Can you get an SBA loan for a PIZZA RANCH franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for PIZZA RANCH franchises. Historical data shows 71 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for PIZZA RANCH franchisees, with an average loan amount of $786,301. The historical default rate is 1.4%.

Is PIZZA RANCH a good franchise to buy?

PIZZA RANCH shows several positive indicators: established brand with 212+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), 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.

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