Franchise Opportunities in Wisconsin
Explore 171 franchise brands available in Wisconsin. Wisconsin is a franchise registration state — franchisors must register their FDD with the state before selling. Compare costs, fees, and growth data from official FDDs.
Wisconsin Franchise Regulation
Wisconsin is a franchise registration state. Franchisors must register with the WI Department of Financial Institutions. Wisconsin has a comprehensive Franchise Investment Law.
This means any franchisor selling in Wisconsin has had their FDD reviewed by state regulators — an extra layer of scrutiny beyond the federal FTC Rule.
Franchises Headquartered in Wisconsin
2 brands headquartered in Wisconsin.
Batteries Plus
RetailCulver's
QSRFranchises Available in Wisconsin by Investment
Most national franchise brands accept franchisees in Wisconsin. Here's what's available at different investment levels.
Top Franchise Brands by Health Score
| Brand | Category | Investment | Royalty | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valvoline Instant Oil Change | Automotive | $192K–$640K | 0.06% | 99 |
| Club Pilates | Fitness | $385K–$839K | 8% | 94 |
| Crumbl | Food | $816K–$1443K | 8% | 94 |
| Culver's | QSR | $2643K–$8573K | 4% | 94 |
| Scooter's Coffee | Food | $955K–$1523K | 6% | 94 |
| Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa | Personal Services | $579K–$872K | 6% | 92 |
| Assisting Hands Home Care | Home Services | $97K–$180K | 5% | 89 |
| Auntie Anne's | Food | $156K–$638K | 7% | 89 |
| Batteries Plus | Retail | $263K–$497K | 5% | 89 |
| Benjamin Franklin Plumbing | Home Services | $85K–$205K | 6% | 89 |
| Charleys Cheesesteaks | Food | $204K–$694K | 6% | 89 |
| Christian Brothers Automotive | Automotive | $550K–$680K | 0.5% | 89 |
| Crunch Fitness | Fitness | $928K–$3743K | 5% | 89 |
| Domino's Pizza | QSR | $156K–$744K | 5.5% | 89 |
| The Goddard School | Education | $953K–$1363K | 7% | 89 |
| Jersey Mike's | QSR | $186K–$1418K | 6.5% | 89 |
| Paul Davis Restoration | Home Services | $299K–$805K | 4% | 89 |
| Pet Supplies Plus | Pet | $537K–$1965K | 2% | 89 |
| Planet Fitness | Fitness | $1525K–$5222K | 7% | 89 |
| Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen | QSR | $1222K–$3923K | 5% | 89 |
Franchise Research Guides
Essential reading before investing in a franchise in Wisconsin.
How to Buy a Franchise
Step-by-step process from research to signing
Due Diligence Checklist
Everything to verify before you commit
SBA Franchise Financing
Loan programs, eligibility, and application process
Franchise Fees Explained
What you'll pay upfront and ongoing
Item 19 Financial Performance
How to evaluate franchise earnings claims
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