Burger King is one of the world's most iconic quick service restaurant franchises, with over 7,294 locations serving flame grilled hamburgers, Whoppers, and a broad menu of fast food favorites. As a globally recognized brand with decades…
Total Investment
$1.8M – $4.2M
Franchise Fee
$10,000
Royalty Rate
4.5% Gross Sales
Total Units
7294
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About Burger King Franchise
Burger King is one of the world's most iconic quick service restaurant franchises, with over 7,294 locations serving flame grilled hamburgers, Whoppers, and a broad menu of fast food favorites.
As a globally recognized brand with decades of consumer loyalty, Burger King continues to be a dominant force in the QSR industry and a highly sought after franchise opportunity.
The total investment to open a Burger King franchise ranges from $1.8 million to $4.2 million, with a royalty fee of 4.5%.
💰Burger King Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.8M
Average Investment
$3.0M
Maximum Investment
$4.2M
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$10,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
4.5% of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund
4% of monthly
Gross Sales3
National brand fund
Total Investment Range
$1,790,800 – $4,194,700
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $1.8M–$4.2M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (4.5%) and marketing fee (4% of monthly
Gross Sales3) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
💵Additional Fees (Item 6)
Fee Type
Amount
Transfer Fee
$2,000
📊Burger King Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.3M
Median Revenue
$1.4M
Revenue Range
$397K – $1.1M
Sample Size
80 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
⚖Burger King Litigation & Risk Flags
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1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
📈Burger King System Growth
Total Units
7294
Franchised
7294
Company-Owned
0
Burger King currently operates 7294 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓Burger King Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Burger King franchise ranges from $1,790,800 to $4,194,700, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $10,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Burger King charges a royalty fee of 4.5% of gross sales, plus a 4% of monthly
Gross Sales3 contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Burger King Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Burger King to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Burger King franchise owners report average revenue of $1.3M and median revenue of $1.4M. This is based on a sample of 80 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Burger King has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,790,800-$4,194,700, a 4.5% royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $10,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,790,800 to $4,194,700 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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Burger King
Total Investment
$1.8M – $4.2M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$10,000
Royalty4.5%
Marketing Fee4% of monthly
Gross Sales3
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units7294
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending Litigation1 actions
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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