Radioshack franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Radioshack franchise fee is $39,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $149,875 to $542,351, with about $50,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Radioshack FDD.
What are the Radioshack franchise fees and investment?
The Radioshack franchise requires a franchise fee of $39,900 and a total initial investment of $149,875 to $542,351. 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) | $39,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $149,875 to $542,351 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $50,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Retail |
| Headquarters | Fort Worth, Texas |
| Founded | 1921 |
| Franchising since | 1968 |
How does the Radioshack investment compare with other retail franchises?
Radioshack's minimum investment of $149,875 is at or below the median minimum investment of $159,700 across the 223 retail franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 117 of the other 222 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $39,900 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Radioshack belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Radioshack FDD?
Verify six parts of the Radioshack 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 Radioshack 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 Radioshack?
These retail franchises have the closest minimum investment to Radioshack:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| More Space Place | $59,500 | $150,050 to $249,100 |
| UBREAKIFIX | $25,000 to $40,000 | $151,350 to $448,150 |
| Playlive Nation | $45,000 | $147,960 to $344,440 |
| Bobbles And Lace | $40,000 | $153,175 to $290,000 |
| Experimax | $49,500 | $146,339 to $351,140 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Radioshack franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Radioshack franchise ranges from $149,875 to $542,351, including a franchise fee of $39,900, 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 Radioshack franchise?
Radioshack lists a minimum of about $50,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Radioshack locations are there?
A current US unit count for Radioshack is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Radioshack been franchising?
Radioshack started offering franchises in 1968 after the company was founded in 1921.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Radioshack and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Radioshack. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.