Kennedy's Barber Club franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Kennedy's Barber Club franchise fee is $39,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $160,800 to $387,785, with about $45,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Kennedy's Barber Club FDD.
What are the Kennedy's Barber Club franchise fees and investment?
The Kennedy's Barber Club franchise requires a franchise fee of $39,000 and a total initial investment of $160,800 to $387,785. 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) | $39,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $160,800 to $387,785 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $45,000 |
| US locations | 13 |
| Industry | Beauty & Personal Care (Barbershop) |
| Headquarters | Malborough, Massachusetts |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2008 |
How does the Kennedy's Barber Club investment compare with other beauty & personal care franchises?
Kennedy's Barber Club's minimum investment of $160,800 is at or below the median minimum investment of $270,275 across the 175 beauty & personal care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 133 of the other 174 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $39,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Kennedy's Barber Club belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Kennedy's Barber Club FDD?
Verify six parts of the Kennedy's Barber Club 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 Kennedy's Barber Club 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 Kennedy's Barber Club?
These beauty & personal care franchises have the closest minimum investment to Kennedy's Barber Club:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| The Tox | $49,500 | $160,181 to $241,071 |
| Jon Ric International | $39,500 to $52,500 | $162,370 to $738,500 |
| Lashbar | $35,000 | $159,200 to $248,900 |
| Just Cut It | $32,000 | $162,570 to $263,700 |
| Sit Still | $25,000 to $50,000 | $157,972 to $494,926 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Kennedy's Barber Club franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Kennedy's Barber Club franchise ranges from $160,800 to $387,785, including a franchise fee of $39,000, 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 Kennedy's Barber Club franchise?
Kennedy's Barber Club lists a minimum of about $45,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Kennedy's Barber Club locations are there?
Kennedy's Barber Club reported 13 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 Kennedy's Barber Club been franchising?
Kennedy's Barber Club started offering franchises in 2008 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Kennedy's Barber Club and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kennedy's Barber Club. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.