FDD-based startup cost, franchise fee, revenue, profit, SBA default rate, and investment risk signals for KFC Us.
Based on 2023 FDD · 2 filings 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 KFC Us franchise shows an estimated initial investment of $291K – $1.4M. Reported owner economics show $50K. 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: $23K franchise fee · 14% royalty/ad burden. These figures are directional screening data, not a substitute for reading the current FDD and speaking with existing operators.
KFC Us requires a total initial investment of $291K to $1.4M (midpoint approximately $854K), with an initial franchise fee of $23K. The ongoing fee burden is 14% (9.5% royalty plus 4.5% advertising fund). This is in line with industry norms of approximately 15.5%.
According to Item 19 of the 2023 FDD, the median revenue for KFC Us locations is $835K. The implied franchisee EBITDA is approximately $50K, based on the margin assumptions disclosed in the FDD. The estimated cash-on-cash return is 5.9% with a payback period of approximately 17.0 years.
KFC Us operates approximately 53 franchised units.
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.
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