About Domino's Pizza Franchise
Domino's Pizza is one of the world's most recognized pizza delivery and carryout franchise brands, offering pizza and a range of complementary menu items through both traditional and non traditional store formats.
The franchise fee ranges from $0 to $10,000, and the company has been franchising since 1967 under Domino's Pizza, Inc.
The brand has built a massive global presence through its focus on delivery speed, digital ordering innovation, and consistent product quality.
Domino's Pizza Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$107K
Average Investment
$395K
Maximum Investment
$683K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $0 to $10,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.5% of Store's weekly Royalty Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 4% of Store's weekly Royalty Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $107,450 – $682,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $107K–$683K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.5% of Store's weekly Royalty Sales) and marketing fee (4% of Store's weekly Royalty Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Fee | $0 | $10,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $5,000 | $300,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $62,000 | $145,000 |
| Signage | $5,200 | $35,000 |
| 3 Month's Rent | $3,000 | $25,000 |
| Security Deposit | $1,000 | $10,000 |
| Opening Inventory and Supplies | $2,750 | $6,500 |
| Opening Advertising and Promotion | $0 | $3,000 |
| Training Expenses | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Insurance | $15,000 | $65,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $2,500 | $7,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $10,000 | $73,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $1,500 |
| Technology Fee | PULSE initial license fee: $4,200; Third Party Vendor Pulse Fees: $908 annually; Annual Software Enhancement Fee: $674.01 per Store per year; Help Desk/Software Support Services: Currently $44 per call and $28 per chat; Connectivity Fee: $1200 per year; Flex Client Fee: $150 per device; Technology Transaction Fee: $.295 per digital order. |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit, charges of employees, understatement plus 1.5% interest per month |
| Advertising Cooperatives | 1-4% of Royalty Sales |
| PULSE initial license fee | $4,200 |
| Third Party Vendor Pulse Fees | $908 annually |
| Annual Software Enhancement Fee | $674.01 per Store per year |
| Help Desk/Software Support Services | Currently $44 per call and $28 per chat |
| Connectivity Fee | $1200 per year |
| Flex Client Fee | $150 per device |
| Annual Service Fee for Application Processing for store level positions | $412.50 annually |
| Technology Transaction Fee | $.295 per digital order |
| Credit Card Processing Fee | $.0475 per transaction |
| Spanish Language Call Center Program Fee | $3.00 per call |
| Inspections | Will vary under circumstances |
| Interest on Late Payments | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest legal rate for open account business credit in the state |
| Charges for Testing and Evaluation | Will vary under circumstances |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Costs of Enforcement/Non-compliance | Will vary under circumstances ($20.00 for excessive calls, $30.00 for subsequent contacts) |
| Carryout Tracker Bundle | Currently $300.98 |
| Server Bundle | Currently $3,231.46 |
| WAP & Meraki MX64 License | Currently $250.00 per year |
| Meraki Router\WAP Hardware Bundle | Currently $621.79 |
| EMV (Lane 5000 only) Credit Card reader kit | Currently $484.49 |
| Flex Client | Currently $292.99 |
| Menuboard Client Bundle | Currently $378.53 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Training duration varies based on prior management or supervisory experience within the Domino’s Pizza system. Required training includes Franchise Management School (FMS) components: Admissions, Undergrad Class, Pre-Grad School, and Grad School. |
| Classroom Training | Approximately 85-115 hours (FMS Admissions: 45-75 hours; Undergrad Class: 24 hours; Grad School: 16 hours) |
| On-the-Job Training | Approximately 1-5 hours for FMS Admissions; 0 hours for other FMS programs. |
| Training Location | Online or at designated locations, generally Ann Arbor, Michigan or in the candidate’s market. |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may require supplemental or additional training programs, with franchisees paying reasonable costs (not to exceed $500 per class) plus travel and living expenses. This training must be completed within 1 year of being offered. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive for individual stores; Development Agreements may grant a protected development area. |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | For Traditional Stores, generally a 1-mile radius around the store or from a street intersection, or a ½ mile radius in densely populated areas. For Non-Traditional Stores, the territory is typically limited to the premises of the store. |
| Description | For Traditional Stores, the area of primary responsibility is generally a 1-mile radius, or a ½ mile radius in densely populated areas, which may be adjusted by the franchisor. For Non-Traditional Stores, the territory is limited to the premises. Development Agreements may grant a protected development area, but individual store franchises are non-exclusive. Excluded areas include enclosed malls, institutions, airports, parks, sports arenas, and convention centers, though franchisees may have a first option to service such facilities. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice, not in material default, substantial compliance, sign then-current franchise agreement and general release, maintain possession of store or secure approved substitute premises, complete refurbishing or relocate, and develop new premises according to current standards. May also require submitting a renewal application. |
| Transfer Fee | $1,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Full compliance, transferee qualifies, transferee not operating other pizza business (except other Stores), transferee signs current franchise agreement, refurbishes store if requested, completes training, pays transfer fee. A Rider to Purchase Agreement and a mutual termination agreement and release are also required. |
| Termination for Cause | Material misrepresentation/omission in application, failure to open store within 6 months, bankruptcy, abandonment, child labor law violations, loss of possession, felony conviction/conduct involving dishonesty/fraud/illegal conduct/misrepresentation/moral turpitude, intentional/negligent under-reporting, unauthorized assignment, violation of restrictive covenants, improper disposal of interest of deceased/disabled person, repeated violations, failure to pay overdue amounts within 10 days (if audit reveals understatement), asset seizure, public health/safety threat, failure to re-open/relocate store within 6 months after closure, violations of anti-terrorism provisions. Cure periods: 48 hours for insurance; 7 days for Marks, safety/security, product quality; 10 days for failure to pay; 30 days for other defaults. Immediate cessation for health/sanitation issues with 7 days to cure. |
| Non-Compete Period | 1 year |
| Non-Compete Details | During the franchise term, no involvement in any similar business anywhere. After termination or expiration, no interest in a competing business for 1 year at the former store premises or within 10 miles of the former store. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee or the Controlling Person must devote full-time (except for reasonable vacation) to the management and/or supervision of the Store(s) and make a total commitment to the Domino's Pizza system. The Controlling Person may not have financial or operational involvement in any other business outside the Domino’s Pizza System without prior written approval. Each store must be under the on-premises supervision of a properly trained manager. |
| Required Suppliers | DPD (Domino’s PULSE software, food products, ingredients, supplies, equipment, fresh dough balls, parbaked thin crust pizza shells, pre-mix packages); Getronics (Domino’s PULSE hardware, hardware warranty and service); DPL (help desk services, online ordering services); SmartRecruiters (online platform for store-level applications); Ceridian Stored Value Solutions (Gift Card transaction processor); CARDCO CXXV, Inc. (Gift Card issuer); Domino’s GC Inc. (Gift Card distributor); The Coca-Cola Company (designated beverage standard). |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must use items meeting franchisor specifications and purchase from approved sources, which may be limited or exclusive for certain items (e.g., Domino’s PULSE software, proprietary sauce, dough, and cheese). The franchisor may test and evaluate proposed items or vendors at the franchisee's expense. Lease agreements must be approved by the franchisor. Franchisees must use designated management systems, computer hardware/software (Brand Technology), and related technology, which may require additional investment for modifications. Participation in the Domino’s Pizza Gift Card Program is required, using designated vendors. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In the fiscal year ended January 2, 2022, DPD's revenue from sales to franchisees was $2.4 billion (54.3% of DPL’s total revenues of $4.4 billion). DPL collected $97.5 million for online ordering, technology, credit card, help desk, and other fees from franchisees (2.2% of DPL’s total revenues). Additionally, in 2021, DNAF received $25,855,211.56 and DPL received $1,767,332.26 from The Coca-Cola Company and Dairy Management Inc. for marketing and dairy-centric initiatives. DPD offers an optional profit-sharing plan to franchisees who commit to purchasing food products from DPD for 10 years. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
Domino's Pizza Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$25K
Median Revenue
$24K
Sample Size
5385 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Domino's Pizza Litigation & Risk Flags
2 Pending Actions 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.
Domino's Pizza System Growth
Total Units
6619
Franchised
6244
Company-Owned
375
Domino's Pizza currently operates 6244 franchised locations and 375 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 335 | 90 | 6178 |
| 2020 | 246 | 13 | 6411 |
| 2021 | 221 | 13 | 6619 |
Transfers: 572 | Closures: 6
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SC, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$1018.4M
Net Income
$264.0M
Total Assets
$1093.0M
Audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for year ending January 2, 2022.
Domino's Pizza Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Domino's Pizza franchise ranges from $107,450 to $682,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $0 to $10,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Domino's Pizza charges a royalty fee of 5.5% of Store's weekly Royalty Sales of gross sales, plus a 4% of Store's weekly Royalty Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Domino's Pizza 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 Domino's Pizza to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Domino's Pizza franchise owners report average revenue of $25K and median revenue of $24K. This is based on a sample of 5385 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Domino's Pizza has been franchising since 1967. The FDD shows an investment range of $107,450-$682,500, a 5.5% of Store's weekly Royalty Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 2 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 $0 to $10,000 and the total investment ranges from $107,450 to $682,500 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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