What franchises are available in District of Columbia?

District of Columbia supports franchises across industries including fast food, fitness, cleaning, home services, and more. Total franchise investment typically ranges from $10,000 (Chick-fil-A) to $2M+ (Ace Hardware), depending on the brand and location. Browse all franchise options at FranchiseBudget.com for detailed FDD-based investment data.

What is the franchise market opportunity in District of Columbia?

District of Columbia is rated a good market for franchise businesses with an average opportunity score of 60/100. There are approximately 4 franchise businesses across 102 ZIP codes. Top-scoring area: ZIP 20110. Scores factor in walkability, median income, population density, and existing competition.

What are the best locations for a franchise in District of Columbia?

The best franchise locations in District of Columbia combine high walkability (foot traffic), strong median incomes, and manageable competition. See our Best Locations page for District of Columbia to get the top 20 ZIP codes ranked by opportunity score.

How much does it cost to open a franchise in District of Columbia?

Franchise costs vary widely. Entry-level franchises in District of Columbia can start under $50,000 (cleaning, service franchises), while food franchises like McDonald's or Subway require $230,000–$2.3M total investment. Franchise fees, royalty rates, and build-out costs are detailed for each brand at FranchiseBudget.com.

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Franchise Costs in District of Columbia

Aggregated from 102 ZIP codes · Data updated March 2026

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Avg Opportunity Score

Good

1.7 Million

Total Population

$94 Thousand

Avg Median Income

Registered Franchise Businesses

District of Columbia has 4 registered franchise businesses across 102 ZIP codes, serving a population of 1.7 Million. Median household income averages $94,089 — 19,089 above the national median.

Good numbers overall. A 60/100 state average means most District of Columbia markets are workable. Some are genuinely underserved. At 0.0 franchise businesses per ZIP on average, the right neighborhood can give you real breathing room.

Top ZIP Codes in District of Columbia

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ZIP 20110 Pop. 49 Thousand

$120 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20112 Pop. 30 Thousand

$190 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20115 Pop. 8.1 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20120 Pop. 43 Thousand

$150 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20121 Pop. 28 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20124 Pop. 15 Thousand

$220 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20132 Pop. 19 Thousand

$180 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20136 Pop. 31 Thousand

$180 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20141 Pop. 8.3 Thousand

$180 Thousand

med. income

100

score

#10

ZIP 20147 Pop. 67 Thousand

$160 Thousand

med. income

100

score

Best Markets

See the top 20 ZIP codes in District of Columbia ranked by opportunity score with full breakdowns.

Best Franchise Businesses Markets in District of Columbia

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Data sources: Census Bureau American Community Survey 2023, USDA National Walkability Index 2021, County Business Patterns 2022, FDIC Summary of Deposits 2023.