FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for ANYTIME FITNESS.
Based on 2025 FDD · 7 filings in corpus
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a ANYTIME FITNESS franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $459K – $908K. Reported owner economics show $76K. Use the links below to compare the cost, revenue, SBA loan history, and ROI against other franchises before you request the full FDD.
Quick fee read: $43K franchise fee · 3.3% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
ANYTIME FITNESS requires a total initial investment of $459K to $908K (midpoint approximately $683K), with an initial franchise fee of $43K. The ongoing fee burden is 3.3% (3.3% royalty plus 2% advertising fund). This is below the industry average of approximately 18.1%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2025 FDD, the median revenue for ANYTIME FITNESS locations is $408K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $76K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 11.1% with a payback period of approximately 9.0 years.
ANYTIME FITNESS operates approximately 2,298 franchised units. Unit count is relatively stable with a -0.3% year-over-year change. The SBA 7(a) loan default rate of 10.0% is above the franchise industry average of approximately 3.8%, suggesting elevated financial risk for franchisees relying on debt financing.
Prospective franchisees should verify all figures against the most recent FDD, conduct validation calls with multiple existing franchisees, and consult with a franchise attorney before signing any agreement.
Analysis based on 2025 FDD filing. FDDIQ Editorial Team · Methodology
Estimated using sector-average margins. Actual franchise economics vary by location, operator, and market conditions.
Industry averages based on FranchiseIQ corpus benchmarks. ▲ = better than avg, ▼ = worse.
Real lending data from SBA 7(a) loans (2010-2026). 1,058 loans across 49 states.
Source: SBA 7(a) loan data via FOIA. Default rate = charged-off loans / total originated. Industry avg default rate ~7.2%.
Common questions buyers ask about ANYTIME FITNESS, answered from FDD and SBA data.
The total initial investment for a ANYTIME FITNESS franchise ranges from $459K to $908K, according to their Franchise Disclosure Document.
ANYTIME FITNESS charges a 3.3% royalty fee on gross sales.
The initial franchise fee for ANYTIME FITNESS is $42,500.
There are approximately 2,298 ANYTIME FITNESS franchise locations as of 2023.
The median revenue for a ANYTIME FITNESS franchise is $408K, with a cash-on-cash return of 11.1%, according to FDD Item 19 data.
ANYTIME FITNESS has an SBA loan default rate of 10.0% based on SBA 7(a) loan data.
Whether a ANYTIME FITNESS franchise is worth it depends on total startup cost, royalty burden, FDD Item 19 economics, SBA loan performance, and local operator execution. FDDIQ compares these signals against similar franchises so buyers can screen the opportunity before paying for diligence.
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