How much does it cost to open a Color Me Mine franchise?

The total initial investment for a Color Me Mine franchise ranges from $180,000 to $437,700. This includes the franchise fee of $30,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Color Me Mine franchise?

Color Me Mine franchisees pay a 5.0% royalty fee and a 1.0% advertising/marketing fund contribution. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Color Me Mine franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median Color Me Mine franchise generates $335,334 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $63,713.

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Color Me Mine Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$180,000 – $437,700

Franchise Fee

$30,000

Royalty Rate

5.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $180,000 High: $437,700

The total initial investment to open a Color Me Mine franchise ranges from $180,000 to $437,700, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $30,000.

Midpoint estimate: $308,850

Franchise Fee

$30,000

One-time initial fee

The Color Me Mine franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the Color Me Mine brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

5.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

1.0%

of gross revenue

Total Ongoing Fee Burden: 6.0% of gross revenue

Combined royalty and advertising fund contributions before any other fees.

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Royalty	5.0	PCT	Paid by automatic payment or withdrawal from bank account. Due on or before the day designated for the previous week.
Advertising Fund Fee	1.0	PCT	Currently 1% but may increase up to 2% during franchise term with 60 days' advance written notice. Paid with Royalty.
Local Advertising	2.0	VARIABLE	Advertising and promotional materials must conform to frequency and specifications in Confidential Operations Manuals.
Technology Fee	239.0	FIXED	Currently $239 per month, subject to increase. Fee may increase in 2025 with at least 60 days' advance written notice. Can be paid weekly with Royalty or monthly on designated day.
Continuing Education Programs and Ongoing Training	N/A	VARIABLE	Charged only to defray costs of hosting or providing continuing education programs and ongoing training. Participation is currently optional. Due prior to attendance.
Transfer Fee	7500.0	FIXED	Payable only if franchisee transfers franchised business to a third party. No transfer fee if transferring to a legal entity that franchisee controls. Due 30 days before transfer.
Audit Cost	N/A	VARIABLE	Payable only if audit discloses underpayment of 3% or more. Due on demand.
Interest and Late Fee on Past Due Amounts	18.0	VARIABLE	Payable only if franchisee does not pay on time or if automatic payment/withdrawal is dishonored. In California, highest interest rate is 10%. May also be charged late fee up to $25 per day for failing to timely submit required financial statements.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$335,334

per year, per location

Mean Revenue

$416,097

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$63,713

per year

Profit Margin

19.0%

of revenue

Estimation method: benchmark

Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 4.8 years

Based on midpoint investment of $308,850 and estimated annual owner profit of $63,713.

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

1.7%

Low risk — below industry average

Net Unit Growth

+11 units

From 2022 to 2024

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2022	101	+2	—	—	101
2023	101	+8	—	—	105
2024	105	+7	—	—	112

Is a Color Me Mine Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Color Me Mine franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

68/100

Moderate opportunity

Est. Payback Period

4.8 yrs

Average payback

Risk Level

Low

1.7% annual closure rate

Color Me Mine shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. With median unit revenue of $335,334 and a combined fee burden of 6.0% of gross revenue, prospective franchisees should model their own financial projections carefully. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.