Great ClipsFranchise Cost & FDD Overview

Home Services — Hair Salon franchise. Founded in 1982. Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Investment

$187.8K - $419.9K

Franchise Fee

$20K

Royalty

6%

+ 5% marketing

Total Units

4,439

Minneapolis, MN Founded 1982Home Services · Hair Salon

23 notable changes in the 2025 FDD

Fees, unit trends, and item-by-item text changes from 2024 to 2025 are available in the full comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Great Clips franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Great Clips franchise ranges from $187.8K - $419.9K. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Great Clips franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Great Clips is $20K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Great Clips's ongoing fees?+
Great Clips franchisees pay a 6% royalty fee on gross sales and a 5% marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Great Clips franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Great Clips has 4,439 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Great Clips's full FDD?+
FDDs are available directly from the franchisor or through FDD filing services. FranchiseDiff shows extracted comparison data from publicly available FDDs — we do not distribute the documents themselves.

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