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Dairy Mart

Dairy Mart Franchise Cost & Facts · Food & Beverage

Explore Dairy Mart franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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Food & BeverageFounded 2001· 25 yrs24 unitshttps
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Total Investment

Franchise Fee

$43K – $93K

Unit Count

24

Year Founded

2001

Overview

Why Dairy Mart?

Dairy Mart is a food & beverage brand with over 25 years of operating history and 24 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
Initial franchise fee
$43K – $93K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

202020192017201620152014

Latest FDD on file: 2020. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

23 franchisees of Dairy Mart

1 multi-unit operator24 units operated by franchisees
See all 23 Dairy Mart franchisees

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Dairy Mart franchise FAQ

Is Dairy Mart a franchise?

Yes. Dairy Mart is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Dairy Mart location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

What is the Dairy Mart franchise fee?

The Dairy Mart initial franchise fee is $43K – $93K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Dairy Mart franchise locations are there?

Dairy Mart operates 24 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Dairy Mart founded?

Dairy Mart was founded in 2001, giving the brand 25 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Dairy Mart franchise profitable?

Dairy Mart unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Dairy Mart FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Dairy Mart franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Dairy Mart Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Dairy Mart FDD?

The current Dairy Mart FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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