Orange Julius franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Orange Julius franchise fee is $25,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $324,550 to $571,100, with about $75,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Orange Julius FDD.
What are the Orange Julius franchise fees and investment?
The Orange Julius franchise requires a franchise fee of $25,000 and a total initial investment of $324,550 to $571,100. 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) | $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $324,550 to $571,100 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $75,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Smoothie) |
| Headquarters | Minneapolis, Minesota |
| Founded | 1926 |
| Franchising since | 1926 |
How does the Orange Julius investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Orange Julius's minimum investment of $324,550 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 555 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $25,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Orange Julius belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Orange Julius FDD?
Verify six parts of the Orange Julius 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 Orange Julius 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 Orange Julius?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Orange Julius:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Hardee's Non-Traditional | $25,000 | $324,331 to $629,111 |
| Philly Pretzel Factory | $40,000 | $325,024 to $495,724 |
| Niky's Mini Donuts | $30,000 | $324,000 to $578,500 |
| Pizza Factory | $20,000 to $25,000 | $323,000 to $740,000 |
| Red Mango | $15,000 to $30,000 | $323,000 to $556,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Orange Julius franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Orange Julius franchise ranges from $324,550 to $571,100, including a franchise fee of $25,000, 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 Orange Julius franchise?
Orange Julius lists a minimum of about $75,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Orange Julius locations are there?
A current US unit count for Orange Julius is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Orange Julius been franchising?
Orange Julius started offering franchises in 1926 after the company was founded in 1926.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Orange Julius and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Orange Julius. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.