Wingstop Franchise Cost and Profits in 2026

By FDDIQ Research Team | April 2026

Based on 2025 FDD Filing

Quick Summary

$25,000

Franchise Fee

$655,850

Midpoint Investment

11.5%

Total Fees

$2.0M

Median Revenue

+78

Net Growth

Cost Breakdown

Fee	Amount
Franchise Fee	$25,000
Total Investment Range	$298,200 - $1.0M
Midpoint Investment	$655,850
Royalty Rate	6.0%
Advertising Fund	5.5%
Total Ongoing Fees	11.5%

Revenue and Profit Analysis

The median Wingstop franchise generates $2.0M in annual revenue. With estimated margins of 13%, that is approximately $261,558 in annual EBITDA.

Revenue per dollar invested: 3.07x.

Unit Count

Wingstop has 199 franchised units. Added 78 net units (43.3% growth).

SBA Loan Performance

SBA default rate: 0.7% across 171 loans. This is below the franchise industry average (~7-8%).

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Wingstop franchise cost?

A Wingstop franchise requires a $25,000 franchise fee with total investment ranging from $298,200 to $1.0M. The midpoint investment is approximately $655,850.

How much do Wingstop franchise owners make?

Based on the most recent FDD, the median Wingstop location generates $2.0M in annual revenue. With estimated industry margins of 13%, that translates to approximately $261,558 in EBITDA before debt service.

What is the Wingstop royalty rate?

Wingstop charges a 6% royalty on gross sales plus a 5.5% advertising fund, for a total ongoing fee burden of 11.5%.

Is a Wingstop franchise worth it?

Whether Wingstop is worth it depends on your market, experience, and financial goals. The brand is growing at 43.3% annually. The SBA loan default rate is 0.7%. Review the latest FDD thoroughly and validate with existing franchisees before investing.

What is the Wingstop franchise SBA loan default rate?

Based on SBA loan data, Wingstop has a 0.7% default rate across 171 loans. This is below the overall franchise industry average.

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