Drybar Franchise: Cost, Fees & Availability
Drybar Franchise Facts
| Total Investment | $410K–$1M |
|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $50K |
| Royalty | 7% |
| Avg. Unit Revenue (Item 19) | $904K |
| Total Units | 188 |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Franchising Since | 2012 |
| Liquid Capital Required | $300K |
| Category | Beauty & Self Care |
19 data points independently verified by FranchiseKI with per-field sources (last verified 2026-06-11).
Where Is Drybar Available?
Drybar is actively selling franchises in all 50 US states. Specific territories are confirmed when you inquire.
Risk Flags From Market Research
- Caution: Net system contraction since 2021 ownership change (source: PR Newswire (WellBiz acquisition announcement) vs. Entrepreneur Franchise 500 2026)
- Caution: AUV compression from prior peak (source: FranchiseInvestorData Drybar FDD analysis)
- Note: Parent WellBiz Brands sold to Transom Capital (Jan 2026) (source: Transom Capital Group press release)
- Note: Parent company history of franchisee litigation (sister brand) (source: Franchise Times, 'How WellBiz Brands Is Giving Itself a Makeover' (Oct 30, 2025))
Every flag is sourced from public market research — never editorial opinion. Brands can claim their listing to respond.
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