How much does it cost to open a Scooter's Coffee franchise?

The total initial investment for a Scooter's Coffee franchise ranges from $954,650 to $1,523,400. This includes the franchise fee of $40,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Scooter's Coffee franchise?

Scooter's Coffee franchisees pay a 6.0% royalty fee and a 2.0% advertising/marketing fund contribution. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Scooter's Coffee franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median Scooter's Coffee franchise generates $840,066 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $120,129.

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Scooter's Coffee Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$954,650 – $1,523,400

Franchise Fee

$40,000

Royalty Rate

6.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $954,650 High: $1,523,400

The total initial investment to open a Scooter's Coffee franchise ranges from $954,650 to $1,523,400, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $40,000.

Midpoint estimate: $1,239,025

Franchise Fee

$40,000

One-time initial fee

The Scooter's Coffee 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 Scooter's Coffee brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

6.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

2.0%

of gross revenue

Total Ongoing Fee Burden: 8.0% of gross revenue

Combined royalty and advertising fund contributions before any other fees.

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Royalty	6.0	PCT	Paid by electronic funds transfer every Tuesday for the preceding Reporting Period (Saturday to Friday). Subject to electronic funds transfer authorization.
National Marketing and Advertising Contribution	2.0	PCT	Currently 2% but may be increased up to 4% with 60 days' written notice. Paid by electronic funds transfer every Tuesday for the preceding Reporting Period.
Local Marketing and Advertising Contribution	N/A	PCT	None currently. May be required up to 2% of Net Sales with 60 days' written notice. Would be spent each calendar quarter.
Regional Marketing and Advertising Cooperatives	N/A	PCT	None currently. May vary with recurring contributions up to 3% of Net Sales. No established cooperatives as of disclosure date. May be offset by Local Marketing Contribution. Maximum total advertising expense of 6% (Note 3).
Technology Fee	350.0	FIXED	Currently $350 per month. Subject to annual increase of 15% (compounded annually and cumulative). Covers mobile application, Dashboard Software, HR/talent management system, and social media management software access.
Transfer Fee	10000.0	VARIABLE	$10,000 or 25% of then-current initial franchise fee for new Store (whichever is greater) if transferring Franchise Agreement. $10,000 if transferring MSD Agreement. Waived for transfers to immediate family members (spouse, son, or daughter).
Renewal Fee	10000.0	VARIABLE	The greater of $10,000 or 25% of the then-current initial franchise fee for a new Store. Payable when signing the new Franchise Agreement if you opt for and qualify for franchise renewal.
Inspection and Audit Fee	18.0	VARIABLE	Interest on past due amount at 18% or highest rate allowed by law, plus costs of audit. Audit costs payable only if Net Sales understated by 3% or more, or if reports not submitted or cooperation lacking. Interest payable if Net Sales understated by any amount. Due 15 days after notice of underpayment.
Interest and Late Charges	1.5	VARIABLE	$25 late charge plus the lesser of 1.5% per month or highest rate allowed by law. Begins to accrue the day after payments are due. Late fee automatically assessed.
Territory/Search Area Modification Fee	3000.0	FIXED	No charge for first two requests. $3,000 for each additional request. For modifications to Development Area (MSD Agreement) or Non-Exclusive Search Area (Franchise Agreement). Due upon approval.
Real Estate Assistance Fee	150.0	VARIABLE	$150 per hour plus travel, lodging, living expenses, telephone charges and other expenses. Only if franchisee requests assistance with site selection, feasibility studies, lease negotiations. Due upon receipt of invoice.
Alternative Item/Supplier Approval Fee	2500.0	VARIABLE	$2,500 per supplier plus actual cost of testing and reasonable investigation costs. Franchisor responds within 90 days of receiving requested information. Due upon approval or disapproval.
Brand Protection Committee Default Fee	500.0	VARIABLE	None currently. $500-$1,000 per violation if Brand Protection Committee established and breach occurs. $500 if Committee agrees breach occurred; $1,000 if not timely cured or breach occurs again. In addition to other rights. Due upon demand.
Standard Default Fee	500.0	VARIABLE	None currently. Up to $500 per violation per month if breach occurs and not cured during cure period. Payable until default cured. In addition to Brand Protection Committee Default Fee and other rights. Due upon demand.
Conference Fee	499.0	FIXED	$499 per person per year. Principal Owner or Designated Manager must attend annual conference. Fee due even if failure to attend without prior consent or failure to register. Additional travel and lodging expenses are franchisee's responsibility. Due as incurred.
Additional Training Fee	500.0	FIXED	$500 per person. Payable for Operations Training for replacement managers during franchise term. Initial Immersion Training (unlimited) and Operations Training (up to 4 people) included in Initial Franchise Fee. Due before training begins.
Operations Training Cancellation Fee	500.0	VARIABLE	$500 per person plus all expenses incurred. Charged if Principal Owner fails to attend, cancellation not made 14 days before training, or attendee not prepared. Includes training fees and travel/living expenses. Applies to any scheduled training. Due upon cancellation or rescheduling.
Designated Manager Training Cancellation Fee	150.0	FIXED	$150 charged if Designated Manager registers but fails to attend Designated Manager portion of Operations Training. Due upon failure to attend.
Development Default Fee	18.0	VARIABLE	All amounts due and damages, costs, expenses (including attorneys' fees) incurred, plus interest at lesser of 18% per year or highest rate allowable by law from date of default. Only due if default under MSD Agreement not resolved under Franchise Agreement. Due upon demand.
Relocation Fees	500.0	VARIABLE	Minimum $500 up to maximum $1,000 depending on expenses franchisor incurs. Payable only if Store relocated during franchise term. Franchisee pays all costs of relocating. Due when submitting relocation request and remainder before opening.
Site Concept Plan	1000.0	VARIABLE	Up to $1,000. Document may include site plan overlay on satellite imagery, engineering test fits, preliminary civil designs to confirm Store development feasibility. Franchisee responsible for all costs to prepare Site Concept Plans. May be paid to franchisor or third parties. Due before signing ground lease or purchase agreement.
Cost of Marketing, Advertising and Promotional Materials	50.0	VARIABLE	Ranges from $50 to $200 per item depending on materials. If franchisee purchases advertising or marketing materials from franchisor, franchisor may pass on costs. Due upon invoice.
Inventory Purchases from Franchisor or Affiliate	N/A	VARIABLE	Varies according to sales volume. Purchases from franchisor's affiliate. Paid by electronic funds transfer on date of invoice.
Tax Indemnification	N/A	VARIABLE	Cost of all sales and related taxes arising from franchisor's licensing of intellectual property (such as Royalty fees) in state where Store located, plus any assessment on fees and other revenue franchisor receives. Only imposed if state collects these taxes or assessments from franchisor. Payable by electronic funds transfer when applicable.
Costs and Attorneys' Fees	N/A	VARIABLE	Will vary under circumstances. Payable only if franchisee does not comply with Franchise Agreement. Due as incurred.
Indemnification	N/A	VARIABLE	Will vary depending on nature of claim. Franchisee must reimburse franchisor if held liable for claims arising from Store's operations. Due as incurred.
Insurance Premiums	N/A	VARIABLE	Will vary depending on location and insurer. If franchisee fails to obtain or maintain required insurance, franchisor may obtain insurance and seek reimbursement including late charges. Due as incurred.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$840,066

per year, per location

Mean Revenue

$840,066

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$120,129

per year

Profit Margin

14.3%

of revenue

Estimation method: disclosed

Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 10.3 years

Based on midpoint investment of $1,239,025 and estimated annual owner profit of $120,129.

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

0.2%

Low risk — below industry average

Net Unit Growth

+446 units

From 2022 to 2024

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2022	379	+148	-2	—	525
2023	525	+209	-1	—	729
2024	729	+121	—	—	825

Is a Scooter's Coffee Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Scooter's Coffee franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

97/100

Strong opportunity

Est. Payback Period

10.3 yrs

Longer payback

Risk Level

Low

0.2% annual closure rate

Scooter's Coffee scores well across our evaluation criteria, indicating a strong franchise system. With median unit revenue of $840,066 and a combined fee burden of 8.0% 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.