European Wax Center vs Mathnasium Franchise Cost 2026
European Wax Center runs $370K–$574K. Mathnasium runs $112K–$149K. The gap at midpoint: $341K.
European Wax Center
$370K–$574K
total investment
Investment Difference
$341K
Mathnasium costs less
Mathnasium
$112K–$149K
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | European Wax Center | Mathnasium | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $370K–$574K | $112K–$149K | Mathnasium |
| Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $49,000 | European Wax Center |
| Royalty Rate | 6.0% | 10.0% | European Wax Center |
| Ad Fund Fee | 4.0% | 2.0% | Mathnasium |
| Net Worth Required | $500K | $100K | Mathnasium |
| Liquid Capital | $350K | $100K | Mathnasium |
| Est. Break-Even | 11.8 yr | 6.2 yr | Mathnasium |
European Wax Center Profile
- Category
- beauty
- Total Investment
- $370K–$574K
- Franchise Fee
- $45,000
- Royalty
- 6.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $800K
Mathnasium Profile
- Category
- education
- Total Investment
- $112K–$149K
- Franchise Fee
- $49,000
- Royalty
- 10.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $350K
Bottom Line
Mathnasium costs $341K less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. European Wax Center also wins on royalty rate.