Profile Sanford franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Profile Sanford franchise fee is $49,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $197,000 to $656,000, with about $60,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Profile Sanford FDD.
What are the Profile Sanford franchise fees and investment?
The Profile Sanford franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,500 and a total initial investment of $197,000 to $656,000. 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) | $49,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $197,000 to $656,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $60,000 |
| US locations | 98 |
| Industry | Fitness |
| Headquarters | Sioux Falls, South Dakota |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Franchising since | 2014 |
How does the Profile Sanford investment compare with other fitness franchises?
Profile Sanford's minimum investment of $197,000 is at or below the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 132 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Profile Sanford belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Profile Sanford FDD?
Verify six parts of the Profile Sanford 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 Profile Sanford 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 Profile Sanford?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to Profile Sanford:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness 1440 | $5,000 to $50,000 | $196,800 to $1,942,000 |
| Sasquatch Strength | $45,000 | $198,400 to $326,400 |
| Stride | $0 to $60,000 | $194,690 to $554,690 |
| Row House | $49,000 | $194,480 to $480,580 |
| OHM Fitness | $49,000 | $194,400 to $515,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Profile Sanford franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Profile Sanford franchise ranges from $197,000 to $656,000, including a franchise fee of $49,500, 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 Profile Sanford franchise?
Profile Sanford lists a minimum of about $60,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Profile Sanford locations are there?
Profile Sanford reported 98 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 Profile Sanford been franchising?
Profile Sanford started offering franchises in 2014 after the company was founded in 2013.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Profile Sanford and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Profile Sanford. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.