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How Much Does a Rusty Taco Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Rusty Taco franchise costs between $528,400 and $1,127,950 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$528,400

Minimum Investment

$1,127,950

Maximum Investment

$30,000

Franchise Fee

Rusty Taco Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000

Fee Range $15,000 – $30,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $30,000

Rusty Taco Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $30,000

Initial Franchise Fee On signing the Franchise Agreement $30,000

Real Estate $282,000 – $701,000

Construction, Remodeling and Leasehold Improvements As Arranged $253,000 – $621,000

Architect Fee Prior to Opening $20,000 – $60,000

Rent and Security Deposit As Arranged $3,000 – $10,000

Utility Deposits Prior to Opening $6,000 – $10,000

Equipment & Assets $172,400 – $265,000

Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Signage Prior to Opening $163,000 – $250,000

Initial Inventory/Supplies As Arranged $7,400 – $10,000

Computer System As Arranged $2,000 – $5,000

Training $0 – $15,000

Initial &Opening Training Costs As Invoiced $0 – $15,000

Working Capital & Reserves $20,000 – $50,000

Additional Funds (3 months) As Arranged $20,000 – $50,000

Other Costs $24,000 – $66,950

Insurance As Arranged $6,000 – $30,000

Professional Services As Arranged $5,000 – $15,000

Initial Advertising and Marketing Expenses As Arranged $10,000 – $15,000

Permits and Licenses Prior to Opening $3,000 – $6,950

Total Estimated Investment $528,400 – $1,127,950

How Does Rusty Taco Compare to Other Food & Beverage Franchises?

Rusty Taco's minimum investment of $528,400 is above the Food & Beverage industry median. The median minimum investment for Food & Beverage franchises is $316,000.

$528,400

Rusty Taco Min

$316,000

Food & Beverage Median Min

$1,127,950

Rusty Taco Max

$696,000

Food & Beverage Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Rusty Taco?

The total startup cost for a Rusty Taco franchise ranges from $528,400 to $1,127,950, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $282,000 to $701,000.

How much is the Rusty Taco franchise fee?

The Rusty Taco franchise fee is $30,000, with a range of $15,000 to $30,000 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 Rusty Taco a good investment?

Rusty Taco requires a total franchise investment of $528,400 to $1,127,950 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 95/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Rusty Taco franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Rusty Taco franchise owner make?

Rusty Taco franchise locations report median gross sales of $600,638 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Rusty Taco franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.