Roosters franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Roosters franchise fee is $39,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $267,490 to $417,190, 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 Roosters FDD.
What are the Roosters franchise fees and investment?
The Roosters franchise requires a franchise fee of $39,500 and a total initial investment of $267,490 to $417,190. 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) | $39,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $267,490 to $417,190 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $60,000 |
| US locations | 78 |
| Industry | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Headquarters | Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Roosters investment compare with other beauty & personal care franchises?
Roosters's minimum investment of $267,490 is at or below the median minimum investment of $270,275 across the 175 beauty & personal care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 89 of the other 174 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $39,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Roosters belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Roosters FDD?
Verify six parts of the Roosters 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 Roosters 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 Roosters?
These beauty & personal care franchises have the closest minimum investment to Roosters:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| The Lash Lounge | $50,000 | $269,063 to $790,080 |
| The Great American Barbershop | $35,000 | $265,000 to $412,500 |
| V's Barbershop | $40,000 | $265,000 to $630,900 |
| Clovr Life Spa | $39,000 | $270,275 to $723,975 |
| Paint Nail Bar | $0 to $45,000 | $264,350 to $884,700 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Roosters franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Roosters franchise ranges from $267,490 to $417,190, including a franchise fee of $39,500, 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 Roosters franchise?
Roosters 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 Roosters locations are there?
Roosters reported 78 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 Roosters been franchising?
Roosters started offering franchises in 2009 after the company was founded in 2009.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Roosters and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roosters. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.