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Frequently asked · Ben & Jerry's
What does a Ben & Jerry's franchise cost in the US?
Setup and interiors for a Ben & Jerry's franchise for the Retail Scoop Shop format run $280K–$631K. On top of that you should budget a $40K franchise fee.
What is the total upfront commitment for a Ben & Jerry's franchise?
Adding setup, franchise fee, working capital and deposit, the total upfront commitment starts around $320K. The franchise fee alone is about 12% of that. These are the disclosed upfront figures only — they exclude ongoing royalty and running costs.
What royalty does Ben & Jerry's charge?
Ben & Jerry's charges a 3% royalty. A separate 2% marketing fund contribution also applies.
How much space does a Ben & Jerry's franchise need?
A Ben & Jerry's outlet needs from 450 sq ft for the Retail Scoop Shop format.
How many Ben & Jerry's outlets are there in the US?
Ben & Jerry's operates 171 outlets in the US, and has been trading since 1978.
Who is eligible for a Ben & Jerry's franchise?
You will need capital of at least $280K, a site of 450+ sq ft, readiness for a hands-on, owner-operator role. Territory: Non-exclusive; protected Territory size case-by-case (shopping center or radius); franchisor reserves right to operate outside Territory; no alteration during term.
What training and support does Ben & Jerry's provide?
Ben & Jerry's provides 3 days of formal training. Supply chain: approved suppliers and designated distributors.
How long is the Ben & Jerry's franchise agreement?
Agreement terms: Scoop Shop: 10-yr term · one 10-yr renewal (sign then-current agreement). Satellite: 5-yr term · one 5-yr renewal. Test Shop: 6–12 months, no renewal.. Renewal fee: $12K.
How does a Ben & Jerry's franchisee earn?
A Ben & Jerry's franchisee earns from customer sales at their own outlet through the Retail Scoop Shop format. You keep outlet takings and pay the brand a royalty on sales. FRANticc does not publish per-outlet earnings for US brands unless the franchisor discloses them.
How current is Ben & Jerry's franchise disclosure?
These figures come from Ben & Jerry's Franchise Disclosure Document for fiscal year 2025, filed with state regulators.
Is a Ben & Jerry's franchise SBA-eligible?
Ben & Jerry's is not listed on the SBA Franchise Directory, so SBA-backed financing may not be available. Confirm with your lender.
How many Ben & Jerry's units opened and closed recently?
Ben & Jerry's FDD Item 20 for fiscal 2025 reports 8 openings and 4 closures. Item 20 is the franchisor's own filed count of unit turnover.
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According to FRANticc's verified franchise database, Ben & Jerry's requires a minimum investment of $280K in a 450+ sqft commercial space under a Retail Scoop Shop model. Ben & Jerry's operates 171 outlets across the US, established in 1978. Data confidence: Reported. FRANticc provides the full franchise prospectus including verified FDD earnings, fee-load and capital-ask breakdowns, and franchisee contacts at franticc.com.

Ben & Jerry's

Ben & Jerry's is a Food & Beverage brand operating in the US. This page is the editorial franchise profile, covering operating format, investment range, store distribution, and side-by-side comparisons with peer brands. The data is independent — FRANticc never accepts payment from brands to influence coverage.

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