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The real numbers on owning a Duck Donuts franchise

Quick Service Restaurant - Donuts · FDD 2026 · from public state filings
CDisclosure honesty
This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.
★★★☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 3/5
Investment
$394,150–$628,700
Total fees
9% of sales
Outlets
146
Closure signals
14 ceased, 6 terminated
Lawsuits
1

What their own earnings claim actually says

2025 gross sales data: Top 25% averaged $792,989; Middle 50% averaged $466,950; Bottom 25% averaged $306,498. Affiliate outlet: $798,793. No net income projections provided.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

14 ceased operations in 2025; 6 terminations. Transfer activity elevated at 16 units.

Legal history (Item 3)

1 matters disclosed.

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Duck Donuts franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Duck Donuts franchise cost?
The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $394,150–$628,700, including a $40,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do Duck Donuts franchise owners make?
2025 gross sales data: Top 25% averaged $792,989; Middle 50% averaged $466,950; Bottom 25% averaged $306,498. Affiliate outlet: $798,793. No net income projections provided. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the Duck Donuts franchise failure rate?
14 ceased operations in 2025; 6 terminations. Transfer activity elevated at 16 units.
Is a Duck Donuts franchise worth it?
It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Duck Donuts scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 9% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 1 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 36267-202604-10 (Clean FDD 2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Duck Donuts or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.