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The Joint Franchise

The Joint Corp. is the corporate entity behind The Joint Chiropractic, the largest network of chiropractic clinics in the United States. The company has pioneered a consumer friendly approach to chiropractic care through its no…

Total Investment
$245K$543K
Franchise Fee
$39,900
Royalty Rate
7% of Gross Sales your Required Opening Date or actual opening date Gross Sales
Total Units
935
Franchising Since
N/A

🌻About The Joint Franchise

The Joint Corp.

is the corporate entity behind The Joint Chiropractic, the largest network of chiropractic clinics in the United States.

The company has pioneered a consumer friendly approach to chiropractic care through its no appointment, no insurance model that relies on affordable membership plans.

💰The Joint Franchise Cost & Fees

Minimum Investment
$245K
Average Investment
$394K
Maximum Investment
$543K
Fee TypeAmountNotes
Initial Franchise Fee$39,900One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee7% of Gross Sales your Required Opening Date or actual opening date of gross salesOngoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund2% of Gross SalesNational brand fund
Total Investment Range$245,250$543,000Includes build-out, inventory, working capital

The investment range of $245K–$543K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Sales your Required Opening Date or actual opening date) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.

📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)

ItemLowHigh
Lump sum Us Franchise Agreement Architect Fee$8,500$20,000
Lump sum Before opening Suppliers Chiropractic & Other$7,000$22,500
Office Furniture &$15,000$25,000
Suppliers, employees$75,000$105,000
Lump sum At time you sign ADA Us Initial Investment to Open$245,250$543,000
square feet with rent ranging from$3,000$9,000
We estimate the cost for a business license will range from$300$3,000
We estimate that annual insurance premiums will range from$4,000$10,000
for malpractice insurance and$2,000$2,200

💵Additional Fees (Item 6)

Fee TypeAmount
Transfer Fee$2,500
Technology Fee$799

🏦Financing (Item 10)

DetailInformation
Financing AvailableNo
DescriptionFranchisor does not offer financing.

📊The Joint Franchise Earnings — Item 19

Average Revenue
$1.0M
Revenue Range
$76K$1.2M

Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.

The Joint Litigation & Risk Flags

Clean Litigation RecordThe Joint 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.

📈The Joint System Growth

Total Units
935
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
935

The Joint currently operates 0 franchised locations and 935 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.

The Joint Franchise — FAQ

The total investment to open a The Joint franchise ranges from $245,250 to $543,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $39,900. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
The Joint charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Sales your Required Opening Date or actual opening date of gross sales, plus a 2% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the The Joint 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 The Joint to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, The Joint franchise owners report average revenue of $1.0M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The Joint has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $245,250-$543,000, a 7% of Gross Sales your Required Opening Date or actual opening date 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 $39,900 and the total investment ranges from $245,250 to $543,000 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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The Joint
Total Investment
$245K$543K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$39,900
Royalty7% of Gross Sales your Required Opening Date or actual opening date
Marketing Fee2% of Gross Sales
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units935
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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