Miss USA franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Miss USA franchise fee is $840 to $115,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $644,450 to $2,292,550, with about $210,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Miss USA FDD.
What are the Miss USA franchise fees and investment?
The Miss USA franchise requires a franchise fee of $840 to $115,000 and a total initial investment of $644,450 to $2,292,550. 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) | $644,450 to $2,292,550 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $210,000 |
| US locations | 51 |
| Industry | Other Franchise Businesses |
| Headquarters | Samut Prakan, Thailand |
| Founded | 1996 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Miss USA investment compare with other other franchise businesses franchises?
Miss USA's minimum investment of $644,450 is above the median minimum investment of $119,000 across the 198 other franchise businesses franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 24 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.
By minimum investment, Miss USA belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Miss USA FDD?
Verify six parts of the Miss 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 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 USA?
These other franchise businesses franchises have the closest minimum investment to Miss USA:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Redbox+ | $59,500 | $643,234 to $1,102,516 |
| Scary Strokes | $35,000 | $639,200 to $1,084,500 |
| Escapology | $45,000 | $626,500 to $2,295,500 |
| Zoom Express Laundry | $50,000 | $687,800 to $1,547,250 |
| Stumpy's Hatchet House | $50,000 | $591,708 to $1,298,380 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Miss USA franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Miss USA franchise ranges from $644,450 to $2,292,550, 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 USA franchise?
Miss USA lists a minimum of about $210,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Miss USA locations are there?
Miss 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 USA been franchising?
Miss 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 USA and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Miss USA. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.