How Much Does a Goodcents Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Goodcents franchise costs between $311,139 and $505,910 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$311,139
Minimum Investment
$505,910
Maximum Investment
$30,000
Franchise Fee
$15,000 – $30,000
Fee Range

Goodcents Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000
Fee Range $25,000 – $30,000
Item 7 Fee Estimate $15,000 – $30,000

Goodcents Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment
Goodcents minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
Goodcents maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $15,000 – $30,000
Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · Upon Franchise Agreement execution $15,000 – $30,000
Real Estate $117,500 – $234,500
Leasehold Improvements As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $112,500 – $222,500
Architectural Fees As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $5,000 – $12,000
Equipment & Assets $135,389 – $165,410
Equipment, fixtures, furnishings, and small wares As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $105,163 – $121,765
Computer System As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $12,500 – $20,000
Signage As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $10,000 – $15,000
Initial Inventory As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $7,726 – $8,645
Training $500 – $5,000
Training Travel and Living Expenses As agreed $500 – $5,000
Working Capital & Reserves $25,000 – $35,000
Additional Funds - Three months As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $25,000 – $35,000
Other Costs $17,750 – $36,000
Marketing Expenses As agreed · Upon site approval $7,500 – $15,000
Security Deposits and Licenses 8, 9, As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $5,000 – $8,000
Site Analysis Fee 3b As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $2,500 – $5,000
Insurance As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $1,500 – $5,000
Miscellaneous Restaurant Supplies As agreed · Before Restaurant opening $750 – $1,500
Total Estimated Investment $311,139 – $505,910

How Does Goodcents Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Goodcents's minimum investment of $311,139 is near the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $315,233.

$311,139
Goodcents Min
$315,233
Food & Beverage Median Min
$505,910
Goodcents Max
$693,450
Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Goodcents?

The total startup cost for a Goodcents franchise ranges from $311,139 to $505,910, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $117,500 to $234,500.

How much is the Goodcents franchise fee?

The Goodcents franchise fee is $30,000, with a range of $25,000 to $30,000 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 Goodcents a good investment?

Goodcents requires a total franchise investment of $311,139 to $505,910 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Goodcents franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Goodcents franchise owner make?

Goodcents franchise locations report median gross sales of $749,224 per the 2026 FDD Item 19. See our Goodcents franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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