Top Franchises in Arizona

Arizona is one of the fastest-growing franchise markets in the US (top 10 per IFA 2026), driven by population growth, favorable tax environment, and expanding suburban markets in Phoenix and Tucson.

Population
7.4M
Median Income
$72,581
Franchise Units
18,900
Franchise Output
$21.4B

Arizona Franchise Registration Requirements

Exempt State

Arizona does not have a franchise registration law. The FTC Franchise Rule applies.

Largest Franchise Systems Operating in Arizona

Ranked by total franchised unit count. National franchise systems with 50+ units typically operate locations in Arizona. Click any brand for the full FDD analysis.

BrandIndustryUnitsInvestmentRoyalty
SubwayQSR20,133$263K – $630K8.0%
McDonald'sQSR12,772$1.5M – $2.7M5.0%
Roosters Men’s Grooming CenterPet Services8,982$266K – $432K4.0%
Dunkin’QSR8,265$211K – $1.8M5.9%
7-ElevenRetail7,218$142K – $1.6M18.0%
Taco BellQSR7,198$1.9M – $4.3M5.5%
BURGER KINGQSR6,640$348K – $4.7M4.5%
DOMINO'S PIZZAQSR6,600$107K – $744K5.5%
Wendy'sQSR5,627$1.5M – $3.0M6.0%
JazzerciseFitness5,253$2K – $41K20.0%
JANI-KING OF CALIFORNIA, INC.Cleaning/Janitorial4,956$23K – $170K10.0%
JANI-KING OF MILWAUKEECleaning/Janitorial4,916$23K – $81K11.0%
JANI-KING OF BUFFALO, INC.Cleaning/Janitorial4,916$42K – $119K10.0%
Ace HardwareHome Services4,759$604K – $2.0M—
Ace Hardware CorporationHome Services4,759$604K – $2.0M—
Health MartHealth/Wellness4,657$2K – $834K—
Health Mart Systems, Inc.Health/Wellness4,657$2K – $674K—
JANI-KINGCleaning/Janitorial4,534$170K – $2.9M6.0%
Ameriprise Financial Services, LLCFinancial Services4,003$12K – $130K—
LITTLE CAESAR ENTERPRISES, INC.QSR3,641$447K – $1.8M6.0%
Little CaesarsQSR3,599$447K – $1.8M6.0%
Snap-on Tools Company LLCRetail3,238$223K – $509K—
SonicQSR3,194$669K – $3.1M5.0%
Stratus Building Solutions of The BronxCleaning/Janitorial3,144$5K – $80K5.0%
Jackson Hewitt Inc.Financial Services3,092$15K – $105K15.0%
Popeyes Louisiana KitchenQSR3,035$505K – $3.9M5.0%
Noble Roman's PizzaQSR2,871$32K – $142K7.0%
CRUISE PLANNERSTravel2,796$2K – $21K3.0%
Papa John'sQSR2,689$261K – $853K5.0%
Papa JohnsQSR2,689$261K – $853K5.0%

Low-Investment Franchises Under $100K in Arizona

For entrepreneurs with limited capital, these franchises offer entry points under $100,000.

BrandIndustryInvestment RangeFranchise Fee
Vanguard Cleaning Systems of the Southern ValleyCleaning/Janitorial$6K – $10K$5K
SIGN GYPSIESRetail$4K – $10K$1K
Vanguard Cleaning Systems of VirginiaCleaning/Janitorial$6K – $10K$5K
Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Upstate New YorkCleaning/Janitorial$6K – $10K$5K
Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Long IslandCleaning/Janitorial$6K – $10K$5K
Baby Boot CampTravel$5K – $11K$7K
TAP INTO LOCAL LLCTechnology$8K – $11K$5K
BELOCALTechnology$2K – $12K$735
N2 Franchising, Inc. / REAL PRODUCERS®Retail$2K – $12K$735
N2 Franchising, Inc.Retail$2K – $12K$735

Fastest-Growing Franchises Available in Arizona

Franchise systems with the highest net unit additions over the last year — a proxy for healthy unit economics and franchisee demand.

BrandIndustryNet Unit AddsTotal Units
Stratus Building Solutions of The BronxCleaning/Janitorial+6423,144
SignalOther+5861,059
Jersey Mike'sQSR+3082,647
Fish With YouQSR+2532,247
PackageHub Business CentersHome Services+231925
CruiseOneTravel+2211,954
CRUISE PLANNERSTravel+2122,796
Dunkin’QSR+2008,265
Taco BellQSR+1667,198
Club PilatesFitness+161868

Top Franchise Industries in Arizona

QSRHome ServicesFitness

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