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How Much Does a Auntie Anne's Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Auntie Anne's franchise costs between $157,795 and $835,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $10,500.

$157,795
Minimum Investment
$835,500
Maximum Investment
$10,500
Franchise Fee

Auntie Anne's Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $10,500
Fee Range $5,250 – $28,500
Item 7 Fee Estimate $35,500

Auntie Anne's Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Auntie Anne's franchise, as reported in the 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment
Auntie Anne's minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
Auntie Anne's maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $35,500
Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum $35,500
Real Estate $32,620 – $502,200
Construction and Build Out Costs $28,620 – $452,200
Architect/Engineer $2,000 – $20,000
Rent Monthly $2,000 – $15,000
Security Deposits $0 – $15,000
Equipment & Assets $48,050 – $168,300
Equipment Package Lump sum $25,000 – $65,000
Computer System $10,500 – $32,000
Millwork $5,000 – $28,000
Menu Board, Graphics, and Interior Signage $250 – $23,000
Exterior Signage Lump sum $3,000 – $8,300
Smallwares $1,000 – $8,000
Opening Inventory $3,300 – $4,000
Training $3,600 – $14,000
Travel and Living Expenses during Training $3,600 – $5,700
On-Site Training Fee $0 – $5,300
Management Training Program Fee $0 – $3,000
Working Capital & Reserves $15,000 – $54,000
Additional Funds - 3 Months $15,000 – $54,000
Other Costs $23,025 – $61,500
Misc. Opening Costs/Office Supplies $13,000 – $25,000
Legal and Accounting Fees $5,000 – $10,000
Permitting $450 – $8,300
Insurance $1,575 – $8,200
Grand Opening Marketing $3,000 – $7,500
Furniture $0 – $2,500
Total Estimated Investment $157,795 – $835,500

How Does Auntie Anne's Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Auntie Anne's's minimum investment of $157,795 is below the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$157,795
Auntie Anne's Min
$315,233
Food & Beverage Median Min
$835,500
Auntie Anne's Max
$693,450
Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Auntie Anne's?

The total startup cost for a Auntie Anne's franchise ranges from $157,795 to $835,500, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $32,620 to $502,200.

How much is the Auntie Anne's franchise fee?

The Auntie Anne's franchise fee is $10,500, with a range of $5,250 to $28,500 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2026 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Auntie Anne's a good investment?

Auntie Anne's requires a total franchise investment of $157,795 to $835,500 and scores Legal Risk: 86/100, Training: 52/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Auntie Anne's franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Auntie Anne's franchise owner make?

Auntie Anne's franchise locations report median gross sales of $732,705 per the 2026 FDD Item 19. See our Auntie Anne's franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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