What franchises are available in Minnesota?

Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

Minnesota is rated a fair market for franchise businesses with an average opportunity score of 53/100. There are approximately 10 franchise businesses across 881 ZIP codes. Top-scoring area: ZIP 55391. Scores factor in walkability, median income, population density, and existing competition.

What are the best locations for a franchise in Minnesota?

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

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

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

Aggregated from 881 ZIP codes · Data updated March 2026

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Avg Opportunity Score

Fair

5.7 Million

Total Population

$78 Thousand

Avg Median Income

Registered Franchise Businesses

Minnesota has 10 registered franchise businesses across 881 ZIP codes, serving a population of 5.7 Million. Median household income averages $78,457, close to the national median.

Mixed picture. The 53/100 state average covers a wide spread: a few standout ZIP codes, a lot of middling ones. Competition runs about 0.0 businesses per ZIP. Location selection matters more here than in higher-scoring states.

Top ZIP Codes in Minnesota

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ZIP 55391 Pop. 15 Thousand

$170 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 55442 Pop. 13 Thousand

$120 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 55340 Pop. 9.8 Thousand

$170 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 55129 Pop. 32 Thousand

$150 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 55439 Pop. 9.5 Thousand

$170 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 55038 Pop. 24 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 55073 Pop. 4.1 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 55042 Pop. 13 Thousand

$150 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 55436 Pop. 15 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

#10

ZIP 55044 Pop. 63 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

Best Markets

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

Best Franchise Businesses Markets in Minnesota

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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.