About Church's Chicken Franchise
Church's Chicken is a well established quick service restaurant brand with decades of history serving bold, Southern inspired fried chicken.
Each location offers hand battered chicken, honey butter biscuits, and a variety of classic sides, all at value friendly prices.
The brand has built a strong following in communities across the United States and internationally.
Church's Chicken Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.3M
Average Investment
$1.6M
Maximum Investment
$1.8M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 5% of Gross Sales (up to 1% of Gross Sales if a Regional Co-Op has been formed, | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $1,314,274 – $1,803,972 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $1.3M–$1.8M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (5% of Gross Sales (up to 1% of Gross Sales if a Regional Co-Op has been formed, ) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee2 | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Funds3 | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Site Work5 | $220,000 | $450,000 |
| Building and Improvements6 | $605,124 | $692,672 |
| Equipment and Signs 7 | $360,000 | $380,000 |
| Fees, Misc., A&E Services, Deposits8 | $50,000 | $150,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of our then-current, standard, initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $95 |
| Audit Fee | If we audit you and find that you understated Gross Sales by 2% or more, you mus |
| Development Schedule Extension Fee | $3,000 |
| Securities Offering Review Fee | $5,000 |
| Customer Satisfaction and Franchise Compliance Programs (“Restaurant Support Fun | $95 |
| Late Payment Fee - Overdue Payments and Understated Sales | $100 |
| Supply Chain Department Surcharge | $2.44 |
| Manager Training | $1,250 |
| Site Work5 | $220,000 |
| Building and Improvements6 | $605,124 |
| Equipment and Signs 7 | $360,000 |
| Fees, Misc., A&E Services, Deposits8 | $50,000 |
| Opening Supplies10 | $6,350 |
| Insurance11 | $7,500 |
| Utility Deposits12 | $5,000 |
| Business Licenses13 | $300 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months14 | $10,000 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | Not applicable |
| Termination for Cause | We can terminate only if you default under the agreement and for other specified grounds. |
Church's Chicken Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Church's Chicken does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Church's Chicken does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Church's Chicken Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordChurch's Chicken has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Church's Chicken System Growth
Total Units
855
Franchised
855
Company-Owned
0
Church's Chicken currently operates 855 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 855 | ||
| 2020 | 160 | ||
| 2020 | 1015 | ||
| 2021 | 837 | ||
| 2021 | 161 | ||
| 2021 | 998 | ||
| 2022 | 767 | ||
| 2022 | 158 | ||
| 2022 | 925 |
Church's Chicken Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Church's Chicken franchise ranges from $1,314,274 to $1,803,972, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $15,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Church's Chicken charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 5% of Gross Sales (up to 1%
of Gross Sales if a Regional
Co-Op has been formed, contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Church's Chicken 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 Church's Chicken to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Church's Chicken does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Church's Chicken has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,314,274-$1,803,972, a 5% of Gross Sales royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $15,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,314,274 to $1,803,972 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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