McDonald's USA is the domestic operating entity for the world's most iconic quick service restaurant brand. The company oversees franchise operations across the United States, where thousands of locations serve millions of customers every…
Total Investment
$1.5M – $2.7M
Franchise Fee
$45,000
Royalty Rate
N/A
Total Units
1169
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About McDonald's USA Franchise
McDonald's USA is the domestic operating entity for the world's most iconic quick service restaurant brand.
The company oversees franchise operations across the United States, where thousands of locations serve millions of customers every day.
McDonald's restaurants are known for speed, consistency, and value, offering a broad menu of burgers, chicken, breakfast items, desserts, and beverages.
💰McDonald's USA Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$1.5M
Average Investment
$2.1M
Maximum Investment
$2.7M
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$45,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
N/A
Ongoing; paid monthly
Total Investment Range
$1,471,000 – $2,728,000
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $1.5M–$2.7M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
Item
Low
High
Real Estate and Base Rent
$0
$313,000
th of following
month
Signs, Seating,
$1,100,000
$1,785,000
Lump Sum Before Opening Vendors
Equipment, and
$735,000
$1,295,000
Decor
$375,000
$840,000
Opening
$20,000
$39,000
Lump Sum Before Opening Vendors
Inventory
$16,000
$31,000
Miscellaneous
$54,000
$66,000
As Incurred As Incurred Vendors
Opening Utilities
Expenses
Travel and
$2,000
$41,000
As Incurred As Incurred Airlines
Living Expenses Hotels
While Traveling Restaura
$250,000
$439,000
Months
$185,000
$278,000
Suppliers
$80,000
$136,000
The cost of current Store Systems range from
$150,000
$250,000
of them exceeded the high end of the initial investment range,
including by
$65,593
$168,053
🏦Financing (Item 10)
Detail
Information
Financing Available
No
Description
Franchisor does not offer financing.
📊McDonald's USA Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$3.4M
Median Revenue
$19.7M
Revenue Range
$730K – $19.7M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
⚖McDonald's USA Litigation & Risk Flags
✓
Clean Litigation RecordMcDonald's USA 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.
📈McDonald's USA System Growth
Total Units
1169
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1169
McDonald's USA currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1169 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓McDonald's USA Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a McDonald's USA franchise ranges from $1,471,000 to $2,728,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $45,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
McDonald's USA charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the McDonald's USA 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 McDonald's USA to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, McDonald's USA franchise owners report average revenue of $3.4M and median revenue of $19.7M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
McDonald's USA has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,471,000-$2,728,000, a N/A royalty, and includes an 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 $45,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,471,000 to $2,728,000 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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McDonald's USA
Total Investment
$1.5M – $2.7M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$45,000
RoyaltyN/A
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units1169
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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