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How Much Does a Sport Clips Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Sport Clips franchise costs between $553,600 and $926,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$553,600

Minimum Investment

$926,500

Maximum Investment

$30,000

Franchise Fee

$30,000 – $69,500

Fee Range

Sport Clips Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000

Fee Range $12,500 – $69,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $30,000 – $69,500

Sport Clips Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $30,000 – $69,500

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · Prior to Execution of Franchise Agreement $30,000 – $69,500

Real Estate $100,500 – $172,000

Leasehold Improvements Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $100,500 – $165,000

Lease Deposit Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $0 – $7,000

Real Estate $0

Equipment & Assets $66,000 – $91,000

Fixtures and Equipment (including computer equipment) Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $58,000 – $74,000

Signage Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $4,000 – $10,000

Opening Inventory Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $4,000 – $7,000

Training $1,000 – $2,000

Travel and living expenses while attending initial training During Initial Training $1,000 – $2,000

Working Capital & Reserves $40,000 – $75,000

Additional Funds - 6 Months As Needed $40,000 – $75,000

Other Costs $316,100 – $517,000

*TOTAL $276,800 – $463,000

Grand Opening Advertising Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $30,000

Supplemental Services Fee Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $3,000 – $5,000

Professional Fees Prior to Opening $1,000 – $5,000

Permits and Licenses Prior to Opening $1,000 – $5,000

Miscellaneous Opening Costs $3,000 – $5,000

Insurance Lump Sum · Prior to Opening $1,300 – $4,000

Total Estimated Investment $553,600 – $926,500

How Does Sport Clips Compare to Other Personal Care Franchises?

Sport Clips's minimum investment of $553,600 is above the Personal Care industry median. The median minimum investment for Personal Care franchises is $282,900.

$553,600

Sport Clips Min

$282,900

Personal Care Median Min

$926,500

Sport Clips Max

$553,950

Personal Care Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Sport Clips?

The total startup cost for a Sport Clips franchise ranges from $553,600 to $926,500, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $316,100 to $517,000.

How much is the Sport Clips franchise fee?

The Sport Clips franchise fee is $30,000, with a range of $12,500 to $69,500 depending on the agreement, 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 Sport Clips a good investment?

Sport Clips requires a total franchise investment of $553,600 to $926,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Sport Clips franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Sport Clips franchise owner make?

Sport Clips franchise locations report median gross sales of $406,876 per the 2024 FDD Item 19. See our Sport Clips franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.