What franchises are available in Nebraska?

Nebraska 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 Nebraska?

Nebraska is rated a fair market for franchise businesses with an average opportunity score of 40/100. There are approximately 10 franchise businesses across 586 ZIP codes. Top-scoring area: ZIP 68136. Scores factor in walkability, median income, population density, and existing competition.

What are the best locations for a franchise in Nebraska?

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

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

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

Aggregated from 586 ZIP codes · Data updated March 2026

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Avg Opportunity Score

Fair

2 Million

Total Population

$71 Thousand

Avg Median Income

Registered Franchise Businesses

Nebraska has 10 registered franchise businesses across 586 ZIP codes, serving a population of 2 Million. Median household income averages $70,532, close to the national median.

Mixed picture. The 40/100 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 Nebraska

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ZIP 68136 Pop. 21 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 68135 Pop. 30 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 68142 Pop. 4.7 Thousand

$120 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 68028 Pop. 17 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 68133 Pop. 13 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 68007 Pop. 18 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 68130 Pop. 21 Thousand

$130 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 68022 Pop. 34 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

ZIP 68116 Pop. 34 Thousand

$120 Thousand

med. income

100

score

#10

ZIP 68118 Pop. 9.3 Thousand

$140 Thousand

med. income

100

score

Best Markets

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

Best Franchise Businesses Markets in Nebraska

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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.