Drybar franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Drybar franchise fee is $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $409,979 to $1,029,249, with about $115,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Drybar FDD.
What are the Drybar franchise fees and investment?
The Drybar franchise requires a franchise fee of $50,000 and a total initial investment of $409,979 to $1,029,249. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $50,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $409,979 to $1,029,249 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $115,000 |
| US locations | 176 |
| Industry | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Headquarters | Denver, Colorado |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Franchising since | 2012 |
How does the Drybar investment compare with other beauty & personal care franchises?
Drybar's minimum investment of $409,979 is above the median minimum investment of $270,275 across the 175 beauty & personal care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 46 of the other 174 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $50,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Drybar belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Drybar FDD?
Verify six parts of the Drybar Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Drybar discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Drybar?
These beauty & personal care franchises have the closest minimum investment to Drybar:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| skinBe Med Spa | $55,000 | $413,152 to $788,450 |
| Floyd's 99 Barbershop | $49,500 | $399,500 to $767,500 |
| Wake Foot Sanctuary | $40,000 to $50,000 | $398,590 to $587,380 |
| True Rest | $39,950 | $422,547 to $1,091,162 |
| Sirius Day Spa | $39,000 | $395,575 to $703,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Drybar franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Drybar franchise ranges from $409,979 to $1,029,249, including a franchise fee of $50,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Drybar franchise?
Drybar lists a minimum of about $115,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Drybar locations are there?
Drybar reported 176 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Drybar been franchising?
Drybar started offering franchises in 2012 after the company was founded in 2010.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Drybar and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Drybar. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.