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How Much Does a StarCycle Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A StarCycle franchise costs between $480,050 and $929,800 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $40,000.

$480,050

Minimum Investment

$929,800

Maximum Investment

$40,000

Franchise Fee

$20,000 – $40,000

Fee Range

StarCycle Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000

Fee Range $20,000 – $40,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $20,000 – $40,000

StarCycle Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $20,000 – $40,000

Initial Franchise Fee $20,000 – $40,000

Real Estate $137,000 – $250,000

Construction and Remodeling (including Architect& Engineering Expenses) $137,000 – $250,000

Real Estate Lease and Security Deposit $0

Equipment & Assets $36,500 – $57,500

Other Equipment/Furnishings/ Fixtures/Supplies $20,000 – $30,000

Signage (Interior/Exterior, and Mural) $8,000 – $13,000

Initial Inventory $6,000 – $10,000

Computer Hardware and Software $2,500 – $4,500

Training $1,025 – $15,000

Pre-opening training Expenses $1,025 – $15,000

Working Capital & Reserves $20,000 – $35,000

Additional Funds (3 months) $20,000 – $35,000

Other Costs $265,525 – $532,300

Grand Total $240,025 – $464,900

Bikes $3,000 – $40,000

Your Grand Opening Marketing $12,500

Permits $3,000 – $5,000

Grand Opening Marketing Support Fee $2,500

Insurance - Initial Deposits $1,500 – $2,500

Professional Fees $1,500 – $2,500

Business Licenses/Permits/ Incorporation Fees $1,500 – $2,400

Total Estimated Investment $480,050 – $929,800

How Does StarCycle Compare to Other Health & Wellness Franchises?

StarCycle's minimum investment of $480,050 is above the Health & Wellness industry median. The median minimum investment for Health & Wellness franchises is $241,400.

$480,050

StarCycle Min

$241,400

Health & Wellness Median Min

$929,800

StarCycle Max

$521,842

Health & Wellness Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a StarCycle?

The total startup cost for a StarCycle franchise ranges from $480,050 to $929,800, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $265,525 to $532,300.

How much is the StarCycle franchise fee?

The StarCycle franchise fee is $40,000, with a range of $20,000 to $40,000 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 StarCycle a good investment?

StarCycle requires a total franchise investment of $480,050 to $929,800 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 60/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full StarCycle franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a StarCycle franchise owner make?

StarCycle franchise locations report median gross sales of $24,600 per the 2024 FDD Item 19. See our StarCycle franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.