Jack in the BoxFranchise Cost & FDD Overview

Food & Beverage — Quick-Service Burger Restaurant franchise. Founded in 1951. Headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Investment

$1.8M - $4.2M

Franchise Fee

$50K

Royalty

5%

+ 5% marketing

Total Units

2,185

San Diego, CA Founded 1951Food & Beverage · Quick-Service Burger Restaurant

23 notable changes in the 2024 FDD

Fees, unit trends, and item-by-item text changes from 2023 to 2024 are available in the full comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Jack in the Box franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Jack in the Box franchise ranges from $1.8M - $4.2M. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Jack in the Box franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Jack in the Box is $50K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Jack in the Box's ongoing fees?+
Jack in the Box franchisees pay a 5% royalty fee on gross sales and a 5% marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Jack in the Box franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Jack in the Box has 2,185 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Jack in the Box'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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