Culver's Franchise: Cost, Fees & Availability
Family-favorite restaurant known for ButterBurgers, Fresh Frozen Custard, and Wisconsin hospitality.
Culver's Franchise Facts
| Total Investment | $2.8M–$6.9M |
|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $55K |
| Royalty | 4% |
| Avg. Unit Revenue (Item 19) | $3.5M |
| Total Units | 944 |
| Founded | 1984 |
| Franchising Since | 1988 |
| Liquid Capital Required | $500K |
| Category | Food & Beverage |
24 data points independently verified by FranchiseKI with per-field sources (last verified 2026-06-10).
Where Is Culver's Available?
Culver's is open for new franchisees in 28 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Wyoming.
Risk Flags From Market Research
- Note: Item 19 average skews high (source: 2024 FDD Item 19 via FranchiseChatter)
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