Postal Annex franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Postal Annex franchise fee is $35,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $249,130 to $349,830, with about $55,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Postal Annex FDD.
What are the Postal Annex franchise fees and investment?
The Postal Annex franchise requires a franchise fee of $35,000 and a total initial investment of $249,130 to $349,830. 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) | $35,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $249,130 to $349,830 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $55,000 |
| US locations | 322 |
| Industry | Retail |
| Headquarters | San Diego, California |
| Founded | 1986 |
| Franchising since | 1986 |
How does the Postal Annex investment compare with other retail franchises?
Postal Annex's minimum investment of $249,130 is above the median minimum investment of $159,700 across the 223 retail franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 62 of the other 222 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $35,000 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Postal Annex belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Postal Annex FDD?
Verify six parts of the Postal Annex 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 Postal Annex 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 Postal Annex?
These retail franchises have the closest minimum investment to Postal Annex:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Aim Mail Centers | $35,000 | $249,130 to $349,830 |
| Handle With Care Packaging Store | $35,000 | $249,130 to $349,830 |
| Parcel Plus | $35,000 | $249,130 to $349,830 |
| Sunshine Pack & Ship | $35,000 | $249,130 to $349,830 |
| ConDecor Superstore | $41,000 | $250,100 to $324,700 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Postal Annex franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Postal Annex franchise ranges from $249,130 to $349,830, including a franchise fee of $35,000, 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 Postal Annex franchise?
Postal Annex lists a minimum of about $55,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Postal Annex locations are there?
Postal Annex reported 322 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 Postal Annex been franchising?
Postal Annex started offering franchises in 1986 after the company was founded in 1986.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Postal Annex and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Postal Annex. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.