Firehouse Subs
Jacksonville, FL
Firehouse Subs, established in 1994 and franchising since 1995, is a strong competitor in the Food & Restaurant sector with 1,260 units across the United States. Investment to join Firehouse Subs ranges from $200,955 to $1,014,000, alongside a franchise fee of $20,000 and a liquid capital requirement of $100,000. The franchise operates with a 6% royalty fee and has achieved a growth rate of 14.7% in recent years, representing a solid franchise opportunity. Ideal franchisees are individuals passionate about quality food and community engagement. Firehouse Subs provides exceptional support and extensive training to help franchisees succeed.
FIC Score
out of 100
Investment Range
$380K – $796K
Franchise Fee
$26K
Total Units
1,371
5-Year Growth
+14.7%
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About the Firehouse Subs Franchise Opportunity
The Firehouse Subs franchise is a Food & Restaurant franchising opportunity founded in 1994 and headquartered in Jacksonville, FL. With over 1,371 franchise units, Firehouse Subs is one of the recognized brands in the food & restaurant sector available to prospective franchisees.
The total investment required to become a Firehouse Subs franchisee ranges from $380K to $796K. The initial franchise fee is $26K. Prospective franchise owners must have a minimum of $100K in liquid capital. Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty fee of 6%.
The Franchise Information Center has assigned Firehouse Subs a FIC Score of 89.7 out of 100, ranking it #49 among all franchises. This proprietary franchise score evaluates three core dimensions: scalability (90.2/100), franchisor support quality (89.5/100), and unit economics (89.4/100).
Firehouse Subs has demonstrated 14.7% unit growth over the past 5 years, reflecting strong demand for this franchise opportunity among investors and entrepreneurs entering franchising.
The Franchise Information Center provides free consultations to help you evaluate whether the Firehouse Subs franchise is the right franchising investment for your goals, budget, and market. Our expert franchise brokers work directly with franchisors on your behalf — at no cost to you.
Firehouse Subs
FIC 89.7 · #49
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