Miss Teen USA franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Miss Teen USA franchise fee is $840 to $115,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $83,210 to $349,275, with about $30,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Miss Teen USA FDD.
What are the Miss Teen USA franchise fees and investment?
The Miss Teen USA franchise requires a franchise fee of $840 to $115,000 and a total initial investment of $83,210 to $349,275. 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) | $840 to $115,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $83,210 to $349,275 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | 51 |
| Industry | Other Franchise Businesses |
| Headquarters | Samut Prakan, Thailand |
| Founded | 1996 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Miss Teen USA investment compare with other other franchise businesses franchises?
Miss Teen USA's minimum investment of $83,210 is at or below the median minimum investment of $119,000 across the 198 other franchise businesses franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 136 of the other 197 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $840 compares with an industry median of $39,500.
What should you verify in the Miss Teen USA FDD?
Verify six parts of the Miss Teen USA 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 Miss Teen USA 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 Miss Teen USA?
These other franchise businesses franchises have the closest minimum investment to Miss Teen USA:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Valhallan | $39,000 | $82,950 to $329,850 |
| Weeble Junk Removal | $49,999 | $83,599 to $124,299 |
| VR Junkies | $20,000 | $83,800 to $171,800 |
| Tootl Transport | $49,900 | $81,900 to $104,400 |
| Red-E-Bins | $10,000 | $81,475 to $126,425 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Miss Teen USA franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Miss Teen USA franchise ranges from $83,210 to $349,275, including a franchise fee of $840 to $115,000, 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 Miss Teen USA franchise?
Miss Teen USA lists a minimum of about $30,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Miss Teen USA locations are there?
Miss Teen USA reported 51 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 Miss Teen USA been franchising?
Miss Teen USA started offering franchises in 2009 after the company was founded in 1996.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Miss Teen USA and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Miss Teen USA. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.