About Express Employment Professionals Franchise
Express Employment Professionals is one of the largest staffing franchise companies in the United States, placing hundreds of thousands of workers in temporary, contract, and permanent positions each year.
The brand has been franchising since 1995 and operates through a network of locally owned offices that serve businesses across virtually every industry.
The franchise fee ranges from $26,000 to $96,000 depending on the market and territory.
Express Employment Professionals Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$140K
Average Investment
$180K
Maximum Investment
$220K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $26,000 to $96,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 8.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | We will withhold 0.6% of the Gross Margin from Your portion of the Gross Margin | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $140,000 – $220,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $140K–$220K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (8.0%) and marketing fee (We will withhold 0.6% of the Gross Margin from Your portion of the Gross Margin ) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Lease and Deposit (Note 2) | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Note 3) | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $200 | $600 |
| Training Costs (Note 4) | $4,000 | $7,000 |
| Office Supplies (Note 5) | $500 | $1,000 |
| Office Equipment (Note 6) | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Computer System Hardware (Note 7) | $15,300 | $17,000 |
| Furniture and Fixture (Note 8) | $5,000 | $12,000 |
| Signs (Note 9) | $4,500 | $6,400 |
| Insurance (Note 10) | $500 | $1,000 |
| Professional Service Fees (Note 11) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Additional Funds – (9 months) (Note 12) | $60,000 | $100,000 |
| TOTAL (Note 13) | $140,000 | $220,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 10% of the total sales price received, not less than $5,000 nor more than 50% of |
| Technology Fee | 40% percent of compensation received |
| Audit Fee | If audit discloses reported Gross Receipts were understated by 3% or more, You m |
| Our portion of the Gross Margin (Note 2) | 40% of the Gross Margin |
| Minimum Monthly Gross Margin | $1.75 |
| Reserve Account | 1% of the Gross Margin |
| Finance Charges | The greater of 1½% per month or an interest rate of 2.25% over the National Prim |
| Cost of mis- classification of workers’ compensation | If You use or have used the wrong workers’ compensation classification code and |
| The Claim/Indemnity Plan contribution | 0.05% of the gross Associates payroll |
| Online Business Management Fee | $600 |
| Our Portion of the Gross Receipts | 8% of Gross Receipts of the Direct Hire portion of the Express Employment Profes |
| Penalty | 10% on unpaid amount |
| Branch Office Fee | $3,000 |
| Recruiting Station Fee | $300 |
| Mediation Costs | The parties will each pay their own cost for mediation and 50% of the costs of m |
| Lease and Deposit (Note 2) | $2,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Note 3) | $5,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $200 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | The renewal term will be 5 years. At the end of any renewal term, You may renew for another renewal term if we grant you an additional renewal term. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Summary of Financing Offered (Note 1) Down Payment Required $0 Amount Financed Up to $250,000 for a new Territory (Note 2a) Up to $450,000 for a resale Territory (Note 2b) Term (Years) Revolving Loan Agreement: 18 months Term Loan Agreement: 24, 30 or 36 months (Note 4) APR Not to exceed the Prime L |
Express Employment Professionals Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$18.6M
Median Revenue
$18.6M
Revenue Range
$288K – $1.9M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Express Employment Professionals Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordExpress Employment Professionals 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.
Express Employment Professionals System Growth
Total Units
769
Franchised
769
Company-Owned
0
Express Employment Professionals currently operates 769 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 769 | ||
| 2019 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | 769 | ||
| 2020 | 778 | ||
| 2020 | 1 | ||
| 2020 | 779 | ||
| 2021 | 782 | ||
| 2021 | 2 | ||
| 2021 | 784 |
Express Employment Professionals Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Express Employment Professionals franchise ranges from $140,000 to $220,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $26,000 to $96,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Express Employment Professionals charges a royalty fee of 8.0% of gross sales, plus a We will withhold 0.6% of the Gross
Margin from Your portion of the
Gross Margin contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Express Employment Professionals 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 Express Employment Professionals to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Express Employment Professionals franchise owners report average revenue of $18.6M and median revenue of $18.6M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Express Employment Professionals has been franchising since 1995. The FDD shows an investment range of $140,000-$220,000, a 8.0% 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 $26,000 to $96,000 and the total investment ranges from $140,000 to $220,000 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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