Kumon vs Planet Fitness Franchise Cost 2026
Kumon runs $73K–$154K. Planet Fitness runs $1.6M–$4.5M. The gap at midpoint: $2.9M.
Kumon
$73K–$154K
total investment
Investment Difference
$2.9M
Kumon costs less
Planet Fitness
$1.6M–$4.5M
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Kumon | Planet Fitness | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $73K–$154K | $1.6M–$4.5M | Kumon |
| Franchise Fee | $2,000 | $20,000 | Kumon |
| Royalty Rate | 0.0% | 7.0% | Kumon |
| Ad Fund Fee | 0.0% | 7.0% | Kumon |
| Net Worth Required | $150K | $3.0M | Kumon |
| Liquid Capital | $70K | $800K | Kumon |
| Est. Break-Even | 2.3 yr | 72.1 yr | Kumon |
Kumon Profile
- Category
- education
- Total Investment
- $73K–$154K
- Franchise Fee
- $2,000
- Royalty
- 0.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $280K
Planet Fitness Profile
- Category
- fitness
- Total Investment
- $1.6M–$4.5M
- Franchise Fee
- $20,000
- Royalty
- 7.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $4.2M
Bottom Line
Kumon costs $2.9M less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. Kumon also wins on royalty rate.