Medicap Pharmacy franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Medicap Pharmacy franchise fee is $0 and the total initial investment ranges from $130,000 to $894,876, with about $65,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Medicap Pharmacy FDD.
What are the Medicap Pharmacy franchise fees and investment?
The Medicap Pharmacy franchise requires a franchise fee of $0 and a total initial investment of $130,000 to $894,876. 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) | $0 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $130,000 to $894,876 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $65,000 |
| US locations | 63 |
| Industry | Retail (Pharmacy) |
| Headquarters | Dublin, Ohio |
| Founded | 1971 |
| Franchising since | 1974 |
How does the Medicap Pharmacy investment compare with other retail franchises?
Medicap Pharmacy's minimum investment of $130,000 is at or below the median minimum investment of $159,700 across the 223 retail franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 132 of the other 222 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $0 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Medicap Pharmacy belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Medicap Pharmacy FDD?
Verify six parts of the Medicap Pharmacy 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 Medicap Pharmacy 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 Medicap Pharmacy?
These retail franchises have the closest minimum investment to Medicap Pharmacy:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| The Medicine Shoppe | $0 | $130,000 to $894,876 |
| Little Nest Portraits | $40,000 | $130,500 to $270,000 |
| Nutrition By Max Muscle | $35,000 | $129,000 to $283,500 |
| PayMore | $35,000 | $131,750 to $256,500 |
| Digital Doc | $44,900 | $128,200 to $195,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Medicap Pharmacy franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Medicap Pharmacy franchise ranges from $130,000 to $894,876, including a franchise fee of $0, 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 Medicap Pharmacy franchise?
Medicap Pharmacy lists a minimum of about $65,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Medicap Pharmacy locations are there?
Medicap Pharmacy reported 63 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 Medicap Pharmacy been franchising?
Medicap Pharmacy started offering franchises in 1974 after the company was founded in 1971.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Medicap Pharmacy and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicap Pharmacy. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.