Firehouse Subs Franchise Cost (2025)
Complete cost breakdown for Firehouse Subs franchise: $380K–$796K investment, 6% royalty, franchise fee, and ongoing costs. From the official 2025 FDD.
Source: 2025 FDD filed in MN
Total Investment
$380K–$796K
Franchise Fee
$20K
Non-refundable
Royalty
6%
Gross Sales
Ad Fund
5%
Gross Sales
Ongoing Fees
Monthly and annual costs after opening.
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty | 6% of gross sales | |
| Ad Fund | 5% of gross sales | |
| Technology Fee | $150/monthly |
Revenue Context
Average Revenue
$964K
From Item 19 (2025 FDD)
Investment-to-Revenue Ratio
0.4x
Lower is better (min inv ÷ avg rev)
Annual Fee Burden
11.0%
Royalty + ad fund as % of gross sales
At average revenue of $964K, you'd pay approximately $58K/year in royalties alone, plus $48K/year in ad fund contributions.
Other Upfront Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Background Check Fee | — |
| Market Introduction Fee | $5K |
| MIS System Fee (pre-opening) | $1K |
| Development Agreement Prepaid Franchise Fee | $10K |
| 2026 Development Incentive Program (DIP) — cash contribution (credit) | $-75,000 |
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