FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for Dairy Queen Of Virginia.
Based on 2023 FDD · 1 filing in corpus
This page is using 2023 FDD source data. Verify the franchisor's current FDD before relying on costs, fees, or Item 19.
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a Dairy Queen Of Virginia franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $570K – $2.6M. Reported owner economics show $303K. 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: $35K franchise fee. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
Dairy Queen Of Virginia requires a total initial investment of $570K to $2.6M (midpoint approximately $1.6M), with an initial franchise fee of $35K.
According to Item 19 of the 2023 FDD, the median revenue for Dairy Queen Of Virginia locations is $1.5M. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $303K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 19.4% with a payback period of approximately 5.2 years.
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 2023 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.
Common questions buyers ask about Dairy Queen Of Virginia, answered from FDD and SBA data.
The total initial investment for a Dairy Queen Of Virginia franchise ranges from $570K to $2.6M, according to their Franchise Disclosure Document.
Royalty fee details for Dairy Queen Of Virginia are available in their FDD. Contact the franchisor for current terms.
The initial franchise fee for Dairy Queen Of Virginia is $35,000.
Location count data for Dairy Queen Of Virginia is available in their FDD Item 20.
The median revenue for a Dairy Queen Of Virginia franchise is $1.5M, with a cash-on-cash return of 19.4%, according to FDD Item 19 data.
SBA loan default rate data for Dairy Queen Of Virginia is not currently available in the SBA database.
Whether a Dairy Queen Of Virginia 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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