Taco Bell (Traditional) Franchise Cost (2025)
Complete cost breakdown for Taco Bell (Traditional) franchise: $935K–$4310K investment, 5.5% royalty, franchise fee, and ongoing costs. From the official 2025 FDD.
Source: 2025 FDD filed in MN
Total Investment
$935K–$4.3M
Franchise Fee
$25K–$45K
Non-refundable
Royalty
5.5%
Gross Sales (called 'Period Franchise Fee')
Ad Fund
4.25%
Gross Sales (called 'Period Marketing Fee')
Ongoing Fees
Monthly and annual costs after opening.
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty | 5.5% of gross sales | |
| Ad Fund | 4.25% of gross sales |
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