Top Franchises in Alaska
Alaska's remote geography and high consumer spending create unique franchise opportunities, particularly in essential services.
Population
733K
Median Income
$80,287
Franchise Units
2,800
Franchise Output
$3.1B
Alaska Franchise Registration Requirements
Exempt State
Alaska does not have a franchise registration or filing law. The FTC Franchise Rule applies.
Largest Franchise Systems Operating in Alaska
Ranked by total franchised unit count. National franchise systems with 50+ units typically operate locations in Alaska. Click any brand for the full FDD analysis.
| Brand | Industry | Units | Investment | Royalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | QSR | 20,133 | $263K – $630K | 8.0% |
| McDonald's | QSR | 12,772 | $1.5M – $2.7M | 5.0% |
| Roosters Men’s Grooming Center | Pet Services | 8,982 | $266K – $432K | 4.0% |
| Dunkin’ | QSR | 8,265 | $211K – $1.8M | 5.9% |
| 7-Eleven | Retail | 7,218 | $142K – $1.6M | 18.0% |
| Taco Bell | QSR | 7,198 | $1.9M – $4.3M | 5.5% |
| BURGER KING | QSR | 6,640 | $348K – $4.7M | 4.5% |
| DOMINO'S PIZZA | QSR | 6,600 | $107K – $744K | 5.5% |
| Wendy's | QSR | 5,627 | $1.5M – $3.0M | 6.0% |
| Jazzercise | Fitness | 5,253 | $2K – $41K | 20.0% |
| JANI-KING OF CALIFORNIA, INC. | Cleaning/Janitorial | 4,956 | $23K – $170K | 10.0% |
| JANI-KING OF MILWAUKEE | Cleaning/Janitorial | 4,916 | $23K – $81K | 11.0% |
| JANI-KING OF BUFFALO, INC. | Cleaning/Janitorial | 4,916 | $42K – $119K | 10.0% |
| Ace Hardware | Home Services | 4,759 | $604K – $2.0M | — |
| Ace Hardware Corporation | Home Services | 4,759 | $604K – $2.0M | — |
| Health Mart | Health/Wellness | 4,657 | $2K – $834K | — |
| Health Mart Systems, Inc. | Health/Wellness | 4,657 | $2K – $674K | — |
| JANI-KING | Cleaning/Janitorial | 4,534 | $170K – $2.9M | 6.0% |
| Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC | Financial Services | 4,003 | $12K – $130K | — |
| LITTLE CAESAR ENTERPRISES, INC. | QSR | 3,641 | $447K – $1.8M | 6.0% |
| Little Caesars | QSR | 3,599 | $447K – $1.8M | 6.0% |
| Snap-on Tools Company LLC | Retail | 3,238 | $223K – $509K | — |
| Sonic | QSR | 3,194 | $669K – $3.1M | 5.0% |
| Stratus Building Solutions of The Bronx | Cleaning/Janitorial | 3,144 | $5K – $80K | 5.0% |
| Jackson Hewitt Inc. | Financial Services | 3,092 | $15K – $105K | 15.0% |
| Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen | QSR | 3,035 | $505K – $3.9M | 5.0% |
| Noble Roman's Pizza | QSR | 2,871 | $32K – $142K | 7.0% |
| CRUISE PLANNERS | Travel | 2,796 | $2K – $21K | 3.0% |
| Papa John's | QSR | 2,689 | $261K – $853K | 5.0% |
| Papa Johns | QSR | 2,689 | $261K – $853K | 5.0% |
Low-Investment Franchises Under $100K in Alaska
For entrepreneurs with limited capital, these franchises offer entry points under $100,000.
| Brand | Industry | Investment Range | Franchise Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Cleaning Systems of the Southern Valley | Cleaning/Janitorial | $6K – $10K | $5K |
| SIGN GYPSIES | Retail | $4K – $10K | $1K |
| Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Virginia | Cleaning/Janitorial | $6K – $10K | $5K |
| Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Upstate New York | Cleaning/Janitorial | $6K – $10K | $5K |
| Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Long Island | Cleaning/Janitorial | $6K – $10K | $5K |
| Baby Boot Camp | Travel | $5K – $11K | $7K |
| TAP INTO LOCAL LLC | Technology | $8K – $11K | $5K |
| BELOCAL | Technology | $2K – $12K | $735 |
| N2 Franchising, Inc. / REAL PRODUCERS® | Retail | $2K – $12K | $735 |
| N2 Franchising, Inc. | Retail | $2K – $12K | $735 |
Fastest-Growing Franchises Available in Alaska
Franchise systems with the highest net unit additions over the last year — a proxy for healthy unit economics and franchisee demand.
| Brand | Industry | Net Unit Adds | Total Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratus Building Solutions of The Bronx | Cleaning/Janitorial | +642 | 3,144 |
| Signal | Other | +586 | 1,059 |
| Jersey Mike's | QSR | +308 | 2,647 |
| Fish With You | QSR | +253 | 2,247 |
| PackageHub Business Centers | Home Services | +231 | 925 |
| CruiseOne | Travel | +221 | 1,954 |
| CRUISE PLANNERS | Travel | +212 | 2,796 |
| Dunkin’ | QSR | +200 | 8,265 |
| Taco Bell | QSR | +166 | 7,198 |
| Club Pilates | Fitness | +161 | 868 |
Top Franchise Industries in Alaska
QSRHome ServicesTransportation
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