Jack in the Box Franchise: Cost, Fees & Availability
Jack in the Box Franchise Facts
| Total Investment | $1.9M–$4M |
|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $50K |
| Royalty | 5% |
| Avg. Unit Revenue (Item 19) | $1.9M |
| Total Units | 2178 |
| Founded | 1951 |
| Franchising Since | 1982 |
| Liquid Capital Required | $750K |
| Category | Food & Beverage |
19 data points independently verified by FranchiseKI with per-field sources (last verified 2026-06-11).
Where Is Jack in the Box Available?
Jack in the Box is open for new franchisees in 20 states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington.
Risk Flags From Market Research
- Caution: 'JACK on Track' block closure program (150-200 restaurants) (source: Jack in the Box Inc. Form 8-K, Q4 FY2025 earnings release (SEC EDGAR))
- Caution: Franchisee association no-confidence vote and breach-of-contract lawsuit (2019-2021, settled) (source: Restaurant Business)
- Note: Del Taco divested December 2025 (source: Jack in the Box Inc. Form 8-K (SEC EDGAR))
Every flag is sourced from public market research — never editorial opinion. Brands can claim their listing to respond.
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