Question 1

How much does it cost to open a million dollar franchise?

Accepted Answer

The average initial investment for million dollar franchises ranges from $4.1M to $8.8M. The average franchise fee is $241K. Investment requirements vary significantly by brand, location, and format.

Question 2

What are the largest million dollar franchise brands?

Accepted Answer

The largest million dollar franchises by location count include: Burger King (19,732 locations), MCDONALD'S (12,772 locations), SONIC DRIVE-IN (3,441 locations), Planet Fitness (2,298 locations), JACK IN THE BOX (2,040 locations). These established brands offer proven systems and widespread brand recognition.

Question 3

What are the most affordable million dollar franchises?

Accepted Answer

The most affordable million dollar franchises include: Mod Pizza (from $1.0M), TUMBLE FRESH COIN LAUNDRY (from $1.0M), BOSTON'S THE GOURMET PIZZA RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR (from $1.0M), Laundrolab (from $1.0M), SWEET PARIS (from $1.0M). Lower investment franchises may have smaller territories, home-based models, or mobile concepts.

Question 4

How many million dollar franchise opportunities are there?

Accepted Answer

There are 137 million dollar franchises in our database with FDD filings. Together, these brands operate 62,917 franchise locations across the United States.

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Corner Bakery Cafe

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Corner Bakery Cafe

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On the Border Mexican Grill & Catina

Creative World School

BOSTON'S THE GOURMET PIZZA RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR

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Laundrolab

The Picklr

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Smalls Sliders

BAR LOUIE

Carrabbaâs Italian Grill

POLLO CAMPERO

RODIZIO GRILL

Big Air Trampoline Park

Speed Queen

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Mulberry's Garment Care (Unit Franchise Offering)

SWEET PARIS

MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS

Bennigan's/ Steak and Ale

Del Taco

Carrabbaâs Italian Grill