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How Much Does a Always Ice Cream Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Always Ice Cream franchise costs between $231,125 and $471,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$231,125

Minimum Investment

$471,500

Maximum Investment

$30,000

Franchise Fee

Always Ice Cream Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $30,000

Always Ice Cream Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Always Ice Cream franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $30,000

Initial Franchise Fee. See Note 1. Upon execution of Franchise Agreement $30,000

Real Estate $54,625 – $220,000

Leasehold Improvements Prior to Opening $50,000 – $200,000

First Month's Rent. See Note Prior to Opening $3,125 – $10,000

Lease Deposits Prior to Opening $1,500 – $10,000

Equipment & Assets $140,000 – $210,000

Equipment and Supplies. See Note 3. $100,000 – $150,000

Opening Inventory $20,000 – $30,000

Signs Prior to Opening $20,000 – $30,000

Training $0

Working Capital & Reserves $0

Other Costs $6,500 – $11,500

Miscellaneous Start-Up Costs $5,000 – $10,000

Advance Advertising and Promotion Costs. See Note 2. $1,500

Total Estimated Investment $231,125 – $471,500

How Does Always Ice Cream Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Always Ice Cream's minimum investment of $231,125 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$231,125

Always Ice Cream Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$471,500

Always Ice Cream Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Always Ice Cream?

The total startup cost for a Always Ice Cream franchise ranges from $231,125 to $471,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $140,000 to $210,000.

How much is the Always Ice Cream franchise fee?

The Always Ice Cream franchise fee is $30,000, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Always Ice Cream a good investment?

Always Ice Cream requires a total franchise investment of $231,125 to $471,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 80/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Always Ice Cream franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Always Ice Cream franchise owner make?

Always Ice Cream franchise locations report median gross sales of $655,560 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Always Ice Cream franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.