FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for DOMINO'S PIZZA.
Based on 2025 FDD · 10 filings in corpus
Cost and profit at a glance
Based on FDDIQ's FDD corpus, a DOMINO'S PIZZA franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $107K – $744K. Reported owner economics show $863. 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: $10K franchise fee · 9.5% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
DOMINO'S PIZZA requires a total initial investment of $107K to $744K (midpoint approximately $425K), with an initial franchise fee of $10K. The ongoing fee burden is 9.5% (5.5% royalty plus 4% advertising fund). This is below the industry average of approximately 14.2%, leaving more margin for the operator.
According to Item 19 of the 2025 FDD, the median revenue for DOMINO'S PIZZA locations is $25K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $863, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 0.2% with a payback period of approximately 492.9 years.
DOMINO'S PIZZA operates approximately 6,600 franchised units. Unit count is relatively stable with a 2.4% year-over-year change. The SBA 7(a) loan default rate of 1.0% is well below the industry average of approximately 9.4%, indicating strong franchisee financial outcomes.
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 (2010-2018). 207 loans across 40 states.
Source: SBA 7(a) loan data via FOIA. Default rate = charged-off loans / total originated. Industry avg default rate ~7.2%.
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