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How Much Does a Kids United Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Kids United franchise costs between $240,700 and $382,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $45,000.

$240,700

Minimum Investment

$382,500

Maximum Investment

$45,000

Franchise Fee

Kids United Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $45,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $45,000

Kids United Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Kids United franchise, as reported in the 2024 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $45,000

Initial Franchise Fee (1) As arranged $45,000

Real Estate $116,000 – $211,500

Construction of Leasehold Improvements As arranged $110,000 – $200,000

Rent and Lease Security Deposit (3 months) As arranged $6,000 – $11,500

Equipment & Assets $36,100 – $52,500

Furniture, Fixtures, and Décor As arranged $13,000 – $20,000

Inventory As arranged $6,500 – $11,000

Signage As arranged $9,000 – $11,000

Training Equipment As arranged $7,000 – $9,000

Computer Systems As arranged $600 – $1,500

Training $0

Working Capital & Reserves $20,000 – $40,000

Additional Funds (3 Months) As arranged $20,000 – $40,000

Other Costs $23,600 – $33,500

Pre-Sale Inventory As arranged $17,000 – $19,000

Market Introduction Program As arranged $3,000 – $7,000

Insurance (3 months) As arranged $2,000 – $3,000

Accountant and Attorney Fees As arranged $1,000 – $3,000

Office Expenses As arranged $500 – $1,000

Utilities As arranged $100 – $500

Total Estimated Investment $240,700 – $382,500

How Does Kids United Compare to Other Children's Services Franchises?

Kids United's minimum investment of $240,700 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$240,700

Kids United Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$382,500

Kids United Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Kids United?

The total startup cost for a Kids United franchise ranges from $240,700 to $382,500, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $116,000 to $211,500.

How much is the Kids United franchise fee?

The Kids United franchise fee is $45,000, as disclosed in the 2024 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Kids United a good investment?

Kids United requires a total franchise investment of $240,700 to $382,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 47/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Kids United franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Kids United franchise owner make?

Kids United's 2024 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.