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How Much Does a Firehouse Subs Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Firehouse Subs franchise costs between $378,650 and $1,037,100 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $20,000.

$378,650

Minimum Investment

$1,037,100

Maximum Investment

$20,000

Franchise Fee

Firehouse Subs Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $20,000

Fee Range $10,000 – $20,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $20,000

Firehouse Subs Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $20,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · Payable on signing Franchise Agreement $20,000

Real Estate $200,000 – $455,000

Leasehold Improvements Prior to Opening $200,000 – $450,000

Real Property Improvements Monthly · Monthly $0 – $5,000

Real Estate Monthly $0

Equipment & Assets $130,200 – $204,500

Equipment and Fixtures Prior to Opening $112,700 – $160,000

Opening Inventory Prior to Opening · Lump Sum $10,500 – $28,500

Signs Prior to Opening $7,000 – $16,000

Training $6,000 – $25,000

Working Capital & Reserves $10,000 – $45,000

Additional Funds (Working Capital - 3 months) As Agreed $10,000 – $45,000

Other Costs $12,450 – $287,600

Deposits and Prepaid Expenses Prior to Opening · Lump Sum $1,500 – $16,500

Business Licenses Prior to Opening · Lump Sum $750 – $11,000

Mural Lump Sum · Payable at time of order $3,000 – $5,000

Market Introduction Fee Lump Sum · Payable on signing Franchise Agreement $5,000

Accounting and Professional Fees $500 – $5,000

MIS System Fee Prior to Opening · Lump Sum $1,200

Insurance As Agreed $500 – $900

Background Check Fee Lump Sum · Payable upon application submission $0 – $500

Total Estimated Investment $378,650 – $1,037,100

How Does Firehouse Subs Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Firehouse Subs's minimum investment of $378,650 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$378,650

Firehouse Subs Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,037,100

Firehouse Subs Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Firehouse Subs?

The total startup cost for a Firehouse Subs franchise ranges from $378,650 to $1,037,100, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $200,000 to $455,000.

How much is the Firehouse Subs franchise fee?

The Firehouse Subs franchise fee is $20,000, with a range of $10,000 to $20,000 depending on the agreement, 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 Firehouse Subs a good investment?

Firehouse Subs requires a total franchise investment of $378,650 to $1,037,100 and scores Legal Risk: 81/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Firehouse Subs franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Firehouse Subs franchise owner make?

Firehouse Subs franchise locations report median gross sales of $926,456 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Firehouse Subs franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.