Great Clips vs Jersey Mike's Franchise Cost 2026
Great Clips runs $183K–$382K. Jersey Mike's runs $252K–$755K. The gap at midpoint: $221K.
Great Clips
$183K–$382K
total investment
Investment Difference
$221K
Great Clips costs less
Jersey Mike's
$252K–$755K
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Great Clips | Jersey Mike's | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $183K–$382K | $252K–$755K | Great Clips |
| Franchise Fee | $20,000 | $18,500 | Jersey Mike's |
| Royalty Rate | 6.0% | 6.5% | Great Clips |
| Ad Fund Fee | 5.0% | 2.0% | Jersey Mike's |
| Net Worth Required | $300K | $300K | Great Clips |
| Liquid Capital | $75K | $100K | Great Clips |
| Est. Break-Even | 20.2 yr | 13.7 yr | Jersey Mike's |
Great Clips Profile
- Category
- beauty
- Total Investment
- $183K–$382K
- Franchise Fee
- $20,000
- Royalty
- 6.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $350K
Jersey Mike's Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $252K–$755K
- Franchise Fee
- $18,500
- Royalty
- 6.5%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $1.0M
Bottom Line
Great Clips costs $221K less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. Great Clips also wins on royalty rate.