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KFCFranchise Cost & FDD Overview
Food & Beverage — Quick-Service Chicken Restaurant franchise. Founded in 1930. Headquartered in Louisville, KY.
Louisville, KY Founded 1930Food & Beverage · Quick-Service Chicken Restaurant
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a KFC franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a KFC franchise ranges from $1.9M - $3.8M. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the KFC franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for KFC is $45K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are KFC's ongoing fees?+
KFC franchisees pay a 5% royalty fee on gross sales and a 4.5% marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many KFC franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, KFC has 3,638 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find KFC'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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