What franchises are available in Maryland?

Maryland 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 Maryland?

Maryland is rated a good market for franchise businesses with an average opportunity score of 68/100. There are approximately 11 franchise businesses across 477 ZIP codes. Top-scoring area: ZIP 20742. Scores factor in walkability, median income, population density, and existing competition.

What are the best locations for a franchise in Maryland?

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

How much does it cost to open a franchise in Maryland?

Franchise costs vary widely. Entry-level franchises in Maryland 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 Maryland

Aggregated from 477 ZIP codes · Data updated March 2026

Best Markets in MD ›

Avg Opportunity Score

Good

6.2 Million

Total Population

$100 Thousand

Avg Median Income

Registered Franchise Businesses

Maryland has 11 registered franchise businesses across 477 ZIP codes, serving a population of 6.2 Million. Median household income averages $100,190 — 25,190 above the national median.

Good numbers overall. A 68/100 state average means most Maryland 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 Maryland

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ZIP 20742 Pop. 4.3 Thousand

100

score

ZIP 20872 Pop. 13 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20878 Pop. 65 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20882 Pop. 14 Thousand

$190 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20895 Pop. 19 Thousand

$170 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20901 Pop. 37 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 20905 Pop. 18 Thousand

$160 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 21012 Pop. 22 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 21013 Pop. 6 Thousand

$170 Thousand

med. income

100

score

#10

ZIP 21015 Pop. 30 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

Best Markets

See the top 20 ZIP codes in Maryland ranked by opportunity score with full breakdowns.

Best Franchise Businesses Markets in Maryland

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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.