Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
3,229 locations (2025), +1.6% YoY(Item 20)
A Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise requires an estimated total investment of $504,545 to $3,923,245, including a $0 initial franchise fee (2026 FDD, Item 7). Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty of 5% (Item 6). The 2026 FDD reports a median unit revenue of $1,785,736 for FY2025 (Item 19).
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Median Revenue (AUV)
$1,785,736
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19
Initial Investment
$504,545 – $3,923,245
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$0
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5
Royalty
5%
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Franchise Key Facts
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Investment | $504,545 – $3,923,245Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7 | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $0 – $50,000Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5 | |
| Royalty | 5%Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6 | |
| Median Revenue (AUV) | $1,785,736Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19 | |
| Total Locations | 3,229 (2025)Source: Item 20 |
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Franchise Fees
Initial franchise fee(Item 5)
$0 – $50,000
Ongoing royalty(Item 6)
5%
National ad / brand fund(Item 6)
5%
Local marketing spend(Item 6)
1.75%
Technology fee(Item 6)
$2,400
Buildout / construction(Item 7)
$100,000 – $1,600,000
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 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is a quick-service restaurant franchise offering a unique Louisiana-style menu featuring fried bone-in chicken, chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, wings, and regional items. With over 5,400 restaurants worldwide, Popeyes operates in various formats including free-standing buildings, store-fronts, and mall locations with drive-thru, dine-in, takeout, and delivery options.
What Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's FDD Discloses
The largest disclosed cost line for the average Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen unit was Other Costs, at about 36.1% of revenue (disclosed Item 19, FY2025).
In 2025, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's franchised system recorded 104 franchised openings, 49 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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Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Franchise FAQ
How much does a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise cost?
Per Item 7 of the 2026 FDD Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $504,545 to $3,923,245.
What is the Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise fee?
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $0 to $50,000.
What royalty does Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen charge?
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of 5%.
How much revenue does a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise generate?
The 2026 FDD reports a median revenue per unit of $1,785,736 for fiscal year 2025. Individual results vary.
How much does a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen franchise owner make?
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen disclosed median unit revenue of $1,785,736 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 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen 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 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.