About Supercuts Franchise
Supercuts is a retail hair care franchise where franchisees own and operate hair salons providing haircutting, styling, shampooing, blow-dry, and color services, as well as selling hair care and styling products.
The salons operate under the SUPERCUTS trademark and are conveniently located in strip shopping centers, targeting price-conscious customers seeking consistent, high-quality hair care services at affordable prices.
Unlike many full-service salons, Supercuts generally limits services to haircuts, shampoos, blow-drys, and color services rather than chemical treatments like perms.
Supercuts Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$184K
Average Investment
$251K
Maximum Investment
$317K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of combined net service revenue and net merchandise revenue (4% during first year) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 5% of net monthly service revenue (excluding merchandise sales) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $183,930 – $317,460 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $184K–$317K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of combined net service revenue and net merchandise revenue (4% during first year)) and marketing fee (5% of net monthly service revenue (excluding merchandise sales)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Development Fee/Franchise Fee | $39,500 | $39,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $60,000 | $120,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment | $25,000 | $50,000 |
| Construction Management Services Fee | $5,500 | $7,500 |
| Construction and Design Plan Review | $500 | $1,000 |
| Post Build Review | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Computer Software (Point of Sale System) | $2,040 | $2,040 |
| Computer Hardware/Installation and Onsite Training | $400 | $2,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Hairstylists Academy (HSA) Training Fees (for 6 to 8 people) | $1,440 | $1,920 |
| Travel and Living Expenses during Franchisee Orientation Training | $2,050 | $4,500 |
| One Month's Rent and Security Deposit | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising Expenses | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Signs | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Professional Fees | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $15,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $2,500 for 1 salon; $4,500 for 2 salons; $6,000 for 3 salons; $7,000 for 4 salons; $7,500 for 5 salons; $500 each additional salon |
| Renewal Fee | Anniversary Fee: 1% of total net monthly revenues for trailing 12 months at each 10-year anniversary; 2% for each subsequent 10-year period |
| Technology Fee | $2,040/year ($170/month) for Zenoti POS system |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection or audit including legal fees, accountants' fees, travel expenses, room and board, and compensation of employees |
| Lease Renewal Fee | $1,500 |
| Lease Guaranty Fee | 12% of monthly gross sales exceeding monthly lease payments |
| Convention Fee | Up to $1,000 per person plus expenses |
| Construction Management Services Fee | $5,500 - $7,500 |
| Construction and Design Plan Review Fee | $500-$1,000 |
| Post Build Review Fee | $1,500-$3,000 |
| Gift Card Processing Fee | $10/month per bank account |
| Late Payments/Interest/Administrative Fee | 1.5% per month plus $100 administrative fee |
| Management Fee | Up to 10% of Gross Sales plus out-of-pocket expenses |
| Managers Training Course | Up to $1,000 per day |
| HSA Recertification | $65-$95 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 20+ hours of digital training modules |
| Classroom Training | Approximately 20 hours of digital/virtual training |
| On-the-Job Training | 0 hours |
| Training Location | Online or virtual learning, Supercuts Corporate Office in Minneapolis, MN, or other location designated by franchisor |
| Additional Training | Hairstylists Academy (HSA) training for salon employees (4 days in-person plus 1 day virtual); ongoing supplemental training and convention attendance may be required |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Designated Market Area (DMA) - typically a city, cities, counties, or specific zip codes |
| Description | Franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory under either the Franchise Agreement or Development Agreement. Supercuts may at any time establish other franchised or company-owned salons, acquire or operate other franchise systems, and grant similar franchises anywhere. The franchisee's right is limited to operating at the specific salon location. Under the Development Agreement, the Territory size is based on the number of salons to develop, demographics, competitive businesses, and site availability. Supercuts may not alter the Territory during the Development Agreement term. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | Term of the lease or sublease (no fixed term; franchise term expires upon termination or expiration of right to lease/sublease the franchised location, unless franchisee relocates within 180 days) |
| Renewal Term | Indefinite - franchise term extends indefinitely provided lease has not expired and franchisee is in good standing |
| Renewal Fee | Anniversary Fee: 1% of cumulative net monthly revenue for trailing 12 months at each 10-year anniversary; increases to 2% for each subsequent 10-year period |
| Renewal Conditions | Lease or sublease has not expired; franchisee is in good standing and not in default; if lease expires, must relocate to new acceptable location within 180 days; may be required to sign amended or new franchise agreement |
| Transfer Fee | $2,500 for 1 salon |
| Transfer Conditions | All obligations paid or assumed by new franchisee; all fees and lease payments paid; new franchisee completes training; signs current agreements; lessor consents; $2,500 transfer fee paid; release signed; non-competition agreement signed; guaranteeing assignee's obligations |
| Termination for Cause | Supercuts can terminate for default only. Curable defaults: 5 days for non-payment of fees; 20-60 days for other defaults depending on amount. Non-curable defaults: termination after third notice in 24 months; bankruptcy; closing business for more than 5 days; material misrepresentation; conviction of crime; failure to open by deadline. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | No involvement in competing business within 10 miles of franchisee's salon or any other Supercuts salon in operation for 2 years after franchise ends. Exceptions for other Regis-owned or franchised businesses, ownership of other Supercuts salons, or ownership of 1% or less of securities of competitive business. During the term, same 10-mile restriction applies. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee must designate a Managing Owner holding at least 10% ownership interest who is responsible for the salon's overall management and must attend and complete Initial Training. The Managing Owner need not be the on-site day-to-day manager but must have sufficient authority to make business decisions. The salon must have at least 1 on-site manager at all times. Under the Development Agreement, the owner must supervise development and operations but need not be engaged in day-to-day operations of any salon. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase POS system from Zenoti (Soham, Inc.); must purchase hair care products from designated suppliers; must use approved construction vendor or pay review fees; must purchase gift cards from Regis's designated vendor |
| Supply Restrictions | Must buy or lease all Operating Assets and products from manufacturers, suppliers, or distributors Supercuts designates or approves at prices the suppliers choose to charge. Approved suppliers may include Supercuts or its affiliates. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Regis receives 20%-80% of revenue from approved salon build-out supplier; 6% of sales price of private label hair care products and 3% of other hair care products; $.0065-$.0315 per credit card authorization plus 2%-6% of eligible revenue from credit card processor. Total revenue from required purchases was $1,047,712 in fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Supercuts does not offer direct or indirect financing. However, if requested, Supercuts may guarantee lease obligations and reserves the right to charge a monthly fee of 12% of monthly gross sales exceeding monthly lease payments. |
Supercuts Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$306K
Median Revenue
$284K
Revenue Range
$52K – $1.1M
Sample Size
1890 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Supercuts Litigation & Risk Flags
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.
Supercuts System Growth
Total Units
1938
Franchised
1935
Company-Owned
3
Supercuts currently operates 1935 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 36 | 157 | 2252 |
| 2023 | 14 | 196 | 2070 |
| 2024 | 10 | 145 | 1935 |
Transfers: 117 | Closures: 145
State Registrations
Registered in 50 states: AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Supercuts Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Supercuts franchise ranges from $183,930 to $317,460, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $39,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Supercuts charges a royalty fee of 6% of combined net service revenue and net merchandise revenue (4% during first year) of gross sales, plus a 5% of net monthly service revenue (excluding merchandise sales) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Supercuts 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 Supercuts to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Supercuts franchise owners report average revenue of $306K and median revenue of $284K. This is based on a sample of 1890 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Supercuts has been franchising since 1988. The FDD shows an investment range of $183,930-$317,460, a 6% of combined net service revenue and net merchandise revenue (4% during first year) 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 $39,500 and the total investment ranges from $183,930 to $317,460 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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