Subway Franchise Cost 2026
Total investment: $229,050–$522,250. Franchise fee: $15,000. Royalty: 8.0% + 4.5% ad fee. Based on FDD disclosure data.
$15,000
Franchise Fee
One-time brand license
$229,050–$522,250
Total Investment
Full startup range
8.0% + 4.5% ad
Royalty Rate
Monthly % of gross revenue
$430K
Est. Annual Revenue
Per unit estimate
Startup Cost Breakdown
Item 7 FDD disclosure categories for Subway
Real Estate & Buildout
$125,000
Equipment & Fixtures
$95,000
Initial Inventory
$6,500
Initial Marketing
$15,000
Working Capital Reserve
$45,000
Qualification Requirements
Net Worth Required
$100,000
Liquid Capital Required
$100,000
vs. Fast Food & Restaurant Average
Investment vs. Category Avg
-76% vs. avg ($1576K)
Royalty vs. Category Avg
+3.0% vs. avg (5.0%)
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Data Sources
Investment ranges, royalty rates, and fee structures: Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) filed with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission under the FTC Franchise Rule (16 C.F.R. Part 436). Revenue estimates: Item 19 Financial Performance Representations where available. Updated May 2026.