Code Ninjas Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
245 locations (2025), +0.4% YoY(Item 20)
A Code Ninjas franchise requires an estimated total investment of $174,250 to $265,750, including a $45,000 initial franchise fee (2026 FDD, Item 7). Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty of 8.25% (Item 6). The 2026 FDD reports a median unit revenue of $216,697 for FY2025 (Item 19).
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Median Revenue (AUV)
$216,697
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19
Initial Investment
$174,250 – $265,750
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$45,000
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5
Royalty
8.25%
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6
Code Ninjas Franchise Key Facts
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Investment | $174,250 – $265,750Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7 | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5 | |
| Royalty | 8.25%Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6 | |
| Median Revenue (AUV) | $216,697Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19 | |
| Total Locations | 245 (2025)Source: Item 20 |
Code Ninjas Franchise Fees
Initial franchise fee(Item 5)
$45,000
Ongoing royalty(Item 6)
8.25%
National ad / brand fund(Item 6)
2%
Local marketing spend(Item 6)
$4,200
Technology fee(Item 6)
$4,200/mo
Buildout / construction(Item 7)
$91,000 – $180,000
Additional Item 5–6 fees (transfer, renewal, area development, and any veteran discounts) are not yet parsed on Franchable — see the brand's FDD for the full fee schedule.
About Code Ninjas
Code Ninjas franchises learning centers that offer child-focused educational programs in computer programming, coding, math, logic, reasoning, teamwork, and STEM activities. The business model centers around providing a structured curriculum and branded merchandise. Their target market is children and parents seeking to enhance their skills in technology and STEM. Code Ninjas provides a distinctive system, including curriculum, software, training, and operational procedures. The value proposition is to provide a fun, engaging, and educational environment for children to learn valuable skills for the future.
What Code Ninjas' FDD Discloses
Code Ninjas' average unit revenue of $238,184 sat above its median of $216,697 (2026 FDD, Item 19) — the gap that a simple average hides. Individual results vary.
In 2025, Code Ninjas' franchised system recorded 14 franchised openings, 13 closures (Item 20).
Gross Sales by Performance TierSource: 2026 FDD Item 19
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Additional Item 19 Analysis
Deeper Item 19 Analysis (Charts 3–6)
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Code Ninjas Franchise FAQ
How much does a Code Ninjas franchise cost?
Per Item 7 of the 2026 FDD Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $174,250 to $265,750.
What is the Code Ninjas franchise fee?
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $45,000.
What royalty does Code Ninjas charge?
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of 8.25%.
How much revenue does a Code Ninjas franchise generate?
The 2026 FDD reports a median revenue per unit of $216,697 for fiscal year 2025. Individual results vary.
How much does a Code Ninjas franchise owner make?
Code Ninjas disclosed median unit revenue of $216,697 in FY2025 (Item 19). It does not disclose unit-level profit, so a reliable owner-income figure can't be drawn from its FDD. Individual results vary.
Can I finance a Code Ninjas franchise with an SBA loan?
Many franchise purchases are financed with SBA 7(a) loans covering a large share of the total project cost. You can check what you'd qualify for with Franchable's free SBA prequalification.
Data sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Document. Franchable is not affiliated with or endorsed by Code Ninjas. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.