About Great Clips Franchise
Great Clips is one of the largest and most recognized hair salon franchises in North America, providing affordable haircuts and hair care services in a convenient, no appointment necessary format.
The brand has built a massive footprint of locations that serve millions of customers each year, supported by its online check in technology that reduces wait times.
The franchise fee for a Great Clips salon ranges from $1,000 to $10,000.
Great Clips Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$8K
Average Investment
$24K
Maximum Investment
$40K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $1,000 to $10,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | You must also engage in certain local advertising and sales promotion activities | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $8,000 – $40,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $8K–$40K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6.0%) and marketing fee (You must also engage in certain local advertising and sales promotion activities) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | $35,000 |
| Initial Advertising Contribution to the MDAF | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Travel and Expenses While Training | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Architecture Fees | $100 | $6,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $75 |
| Renewal Fee | $1,750 |
| Technology Fee | $250 |
| Audit Fee | You must pay the cost of an audit, inspection, and reasonable professional fees |
| Training Fee 1) The Great Academy 2) LEADS for Management Staff 3) Great Clips U | $200 |
| Assignment Fee | $1,500 |
| Local Co-op Dues | $100 |
| Franchisee Program Fee | $345 |
| Insurance Coverage | $2,100 |
| Network and Hardware Managed Services Fee | $14.99 |
| Mobile Device Management Licensing Fee | $51 |
| Management iPad Management Fee | $25 |
| Aerohive BR200 Salon Router Warranty Fee | $43 |
| Meraki MX68-CW Salon Router Maintenance Fee | $240 |
| Lane/5000 Warranty and Support Program | $58.56 |
| Credit Card Processing Fee | $25 |
| Gift Card Processing Fee | $0.09 |
| Sister Store Review Appeal Fee | $500 |
| Late Charges | Accrued interest of 14% per annum or the highest interest allowed by law in the |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | The Franchise Agreement provides for consecutive additional renewal terms of 10 years each, subject to Section 3.3 of Franchise Agreement. The Master Development Agreement provides for one ten-year op |
| Termination for Cause | Great Clips may cancel your Franchise Agreement if: you fail to open the Salon within 24 months of the date Great Clips accepts the Franchise Agreement; you are no longer in good standing prior to sig |
Great Clips Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Great Clips 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.
Great Clips 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.
Great Clips Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGreat Clips 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.
Great Clips System Growth
Total Units
4473
Franchised
4473
Company-Owned
0
Great Clips currently operates 4473 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 | 4473 | ||
| 2019 | 0 | ||
| 2019 | 4473 | ||
| 2020 | 4472 | ||
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 4472 | ||
| 2021 | 4447 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 4447 |
Great Clips Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Great Clips franchise ranges from $8,000 to $40,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $1,000 to $10,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Great Clips charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of gross sales, plus a You must also engage in certain local advertising and sales promotion
activities contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Great Clips 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 Great Clips to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Great Clips 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.
Great Clips has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $8,000-$40,000, a 6.0% 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 $1,000 to $10,000 and the total investment ranges from $8,000 to $40,000 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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