America’s Top 250 Franchises
Welcome to our list of America’s Top 250 franchises. This list represents franchises with the highest number of units located in the United States, as brands that have built a history of stability over the years. They are brands that have tested and proven their franchise models, and who have navigated the ups and downs, continuing their steady growth.
The rankings are based on the total number of units (high to low) and must have franchises currently operating in USA. The list focuses only on the number of franchise units in USA and does not include the number of franchised units they may have internationally.
At first glance, you may not be surprised to see those holding the higher rankings of our list, as they are the most recognizable brands that we see every day. Take a closer look, though, for an idea of just how varied American franchising really is. Spanning over 40 industries, this is a true representation of the variety in the American franchise market today.
Rank
Units
Company Name
Founded
Industry
1
US Units:20487
Subway
Year Founded:1965
Industry:Food Franchises
2
US Units:14000
McDonald's
Year Founded:1955
Industry:Food Franchises
3
US Units:10654
Jan-Pro Cleaning & Disinfecting
Year Founded:1991
Industry:Commercial Cleaning Franchises
4
US Units:9500
Dunkin' Donuts
Year Founded:1955
Industry:Food Franchises
5
US Units:8104
Taco Bell
Year Founded:1962
Industry:Food Franchises
6
US Units:7521
Coverall
Year Founded:1985
Industry:Commercial Cleaning Franchises
7
US Units:7245
7-Eleven
Year Founded:1927
Industry:Retail Franchises
8
US Units:7111
Dominos
Year Founded:1960
Industry:Food Franchises
9
US Units:6800
Burger King
Year Founded:1954
Industry:Food Franchises
10
US Units:6656
Pizza Hut
Year Founded:1959
Industry:Food Franchises
11
US Units:6216
Wyndham
Year Founded:1981
Industry:Hotel Franchises
12
US Units:5961
Wendy's
Year Founded:1969
Industry:Food Franchises
13
US Units:5870
Ace Hardware
Year Founded:1924
Industry:Home Services Franchises
14
US Units:5500
The UPS Store
Year Founded:1980
Industry:Mailing & Business Services Franchises
15
US Units:5251
Jazzercise
Year Founded:1969
Industry:Fitness Franchises
16
US Units:4400
Great Clips
Year Founded:1982
Industry:Hair & Beauty Salon Franchises
17
US Units:4151
KFC
Year Founded:1952
Industry:Food Franchises
18
US Units:4100
Dairy Queen
Year Founded:1940
Industry:Food Franchises
19
US Units:4000
Stratus Building Solutions
Year Founded:2006
Industry:Commercial Cleaning Franchises
20
US Units:3400
Snap-on Tools
Year Founded:1921
Industry:Automotive Franchises
21
US Units:3381
Arby's
Year Founded:1965
Industry:Food Franchises
22
US Units:3220
RE/MAX
Year Founded:1973
Industry:Real Estate Franchises
23
US Units:3195
Sonic Drive-In
Year Founded:1953
Industry:Food Franchises
24
US Units:3164
Chick-fil-A
Year Founded:1987
Industry:Food Franchises
25
US Units:3150
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Year Founded:1972
Industry:Food Franchises
26
US Units:3145
Papa Johns
Year Founded:1984
Industry:Food Franchises
27
US Units:3051
Jersey Mike's
Year Founded:1987
Industry:Food Franchises
28
US Units:3040
Hampton by Hilton
Year Founded:1984
Industry:Hotel Franchises
29
US Units:3028
Jersey Mike's Subs
Year Founded:1987
Industry:Food Franchises
30
US Units:2700
Jimmy John's
Year Founded:1983
Industry:Food Franchises
31
US Units:2600
Snap Fitness
Year Founded:2003
Industry:Fitness Franchises
32
US Units:2500
Cruise Planners
Year Founded:1994
Industry:Travel Agency Franchises
33
US Units:2400
Planet Fitness
Year Founded:1992
Industry:Fitness Franchises
34
US Units:2400
Baskin Robbins
Year Founded:1945
Industry:Food Franchises
35
US Units:2300
Anytime Fitness
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Fitness Franchises
36
US Units:2300
SERVPRO
Year Founded:1967
Industry:Home Services Franchises
37
US Units:2253
Corvus Janitorial Systems
Year Founded:2004
Industry:Commercial Cleaning Franchises
38
US Units:2252
Wingstop
Year Founded:1994
Industry:Food Franchises
39
US Units:2200
Jiffy Lube
Year Founded:1971
Industry:Automotive Franchises
40
US Units:2135
H&R Block
Year Founded:1955
Industry:Financial Services
41
US Units:2093
Liberty Tax Service
Year Founded:1997
Industry:Financial Services
42
US Units:2065
General Nutrition Centers (GNC)
Year Founded:1935
Industry:Health & Wellness Franchises
43
US Units:2044
ServiceMaster Restore
Year Founded:1929
Industry:Restoration Franchises
44
US Units:2025
Chem-Dry
Year Founded:1977
Industry:Cleaning Franchises
45
US Units:2000
Dream Vacations
Year Founded:1991
Industry:Travel Agency Franchises
46
US Units:1986
Jack in the Box
Year Founded:1951
Industry:Food Franchises
47
US Units:1903
Matco Tools
Year Founded:1946
Industry:Automotive Franchises
48
US Units:1800
SportClips
Year Founded:1993
Industry:Hair & Beauty Salon Franchises
49
US Units:1800
Rent-A-Center
Year Founded:1973
Industry:Retail Franchises
50
US Units:1770
Century 21
Year Founded:1971
Industry:Real Estate Franchises
51
US Units:1760
F45 Training
Year Founded:2011
Industry:Fitness Franchises
52
US Units:1700
Anago Cleaning Systems
Year Founded:1989
Industry:Commercial Cleaning Franchises
53
US Units:1700
IHOP
Year Founded:1958
Industry:Food Franchises
54
US Units:1670
Kona Ice
Year Founded:2007
Industry:Ice Cream Franchises
55
US Units:1650
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Year Founded:1866
Industry:Automotive Franchises
56
US Units:1630
The Maids
Year Founded:1979
Industry:Cleaning Franchises
57
US Units:1600
Hardee's
Year Founded:1960
Industry:Food Franchises
58
US Units:1500
Kumon
Year Founded:1958
Industry:Child Education Franchises
59
US Units:1500
Orange Theory Fitness
Year Founded:2010
Industry:Fitness Franchises
60
US Units:1500
Appleby's
Year Founded:1980
Industry:Food Franchise
61
US Units:1500
Church's Texas Chicken
Year Founded:1952
Industry:Food Franchises
62
US Units:1500
Miracle-Ear
Year Founded:1948
Industry:Health & Wellness Franchises
63
US Units:1500
Budget Blinds
Year Founded:1992
Industry:Home Improvement Franchises
64
US Units:1400
Denny's
Year Founded:1953
Industry:Food Franchises
65
US Units:1400
Tropical Smoothie Café
Year Founded:1997
Industry:Food Franchises
66
US Units:1400
Motel 6
Year Founded:1962
Industry:Hotel Franchises
67
US Units:1310
Firehouse Subs
Year Founded:1994
Industry:Food Franchises
68
US Units:1286
Buffalo Wild Wings
Year Founded:1982
Industry:Food Franchises
69
US Units:1273
Home Instead
Year Founded:1994
Industry:Senior Care Franchises
70
US Units:1206
Holiday Inn and Holliday Inn Express
Year Founded:1952
Industry:Hotel Franchises
71
US Units:1200
Midas
Year Founded:1956
Industry:Automotive Franchises
72
US Units:1200
Service Master Clean
Year Founded:1929
Industry:Commercial Cleaning Franchises
73
US Units:1200
Marco's Pizza
Year Founded:1978
Industry:Food Franchises
74
US Units:1200
Smoothie King
Year Founded:1973
Industry:Food Franchises
75
US Units:1200
Mac Tools
Year Founded:1938
Industry:Tool Franchises
76
US Units:1187
Buildingstars
Year Founded:1994
Industry:Commercial Cleaning Franchises
77
US Units:1187
Auntie Anne's
Year Founded:1988
Industry:Food Franchises
78
US Units:1186
Cinnabon
Year Founded:1985
Industry:Food Franchises
79
US Units:1148
Massage Envy
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Health & Wellness Franchises
80
US Units:1128
Fairfield by Marriott
Year Founded:1987
Industry:Hotel Franchises
81
US Units:1120
Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza
Year Founded:1981
Industry:Food Franchises
82
US Units:1100
Goosehead Insurance
Year Founded:2003
Industry:Financial Services
83
US Units:1100
HomeVestors
Year Founded:1996
Industry:Real Estate Franchises
84
US Units:1100
Keller Williams
Year Founded:1983
Industry:Real Estate Franchises
85
US Units:1062
Chester's
Year Founded:1981
Industry:Food Franchises
86
US Units:1051
European Wax Center
Year Founded:2004
Industry:Spa and Salon Franchises
87
US Units:1029
A &W Restaurants
Year Founded:1956
Industry:Food Franchises
88
US Units:1000
Mathnasium
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Educational Franchises
89
US Units:1000
Carl's Jr.
Year Founded:1941
Industry:Food Franchises
90
US Units:1000
Minuteman Press
Year Founded:1973
Industry:Printer, Copying & Sign Franchises
91
US Units:978
Culver's
Year Founded:1984
Industry:Food Franchises
92
US Units:952
Cold Stone Creamery
Year Founded:1988
Industry:Ice Cream Franchises
93
US Units:950
Zaxby's
Year Founded:1990
Industry:Food Franchises
94
US Units:950
The Joint Chiropractic
Year Founded:1999
Industry:Health & Wellness Franchises
95
US Units:928
Take 5 Oil Change
Year Founded:1984
Industry:Automotive Franchises
96
US Units:918
La Quinta by Wyndham
Year Founded:1968
Industry:Hotel Franchises
97
US Units:905
Club Pilates
Year Founded:2007
Industry:Fitness Franchises
98
US Units:850
Scooter's Coffee
Year Founded:1998
Industry:Café Franchises
99
US Units:802
Cornwell Quality Tools
Year Founded:1919
Industry:Tool Franchises
100
US Units:800
Express Employment Professionals
Year Founded:1983
Industry:Employment & Staffing Franchises
101
US Units:777
Hilton Garden Inn
Year Founded:1996
Industry:Hotel Franchises
102
US Units:760
Bojangles
Year Founded:1977
Industry:Food Franhcises
103
US Units:757
Wireless Zone
Year Founded:1988
Industry:Telecommunication Franchises
104
US Units:754
Carstar
Year Founded:1989
Industry:Automotive Franchises
105
US Units:740
Checker's and Rally's
Year Founded:1986
Industry:Food Franchises
106
US Units:730
BatteriesPlus
Year Founded:1992
Industry:Retail Franchises
107
US Units:726
Jamba
Year Founded:1990
Industry:Food Franchises
108
US Units:725
Hotworx
Year Founded:2017
Industry:Fitness Franchises
109
US Units:720
RooterMan
Year Founded:1970
Industry:Home Improvement Franchises
110
US Units:720
Pet Supplies Plus
Year Founded:1988
Industry:Pet Franchises
111
US Units:717
Visiting Angels
Year Founded:1998
Industry:Senior Care Franchises
112
US Units:705
FastSigns
Year Founded:1985
Industry:Printer, Copying & Sign Franchises
113
US Units:700
Sbarro
Year Founded:1956
Industry:Food Franchises
114
US Units:700
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant
Year Founded:1996
Industry:Food Franchises
115
US Units:700
Right at Home
Year Founded:1995
Industry:Senior Care Franchises
116
US Units:667
Charleys Steaks
Year Founded:1986
Industry:Food Franchises
117
US Units:656
Sola Salons
Year Founded:2004
Industry:Hair & Beauty Salon Franchises
118
US Units:650
Pure Barre
Year Founded:2001
Industry:Fitness Franchises
119
US Units:650
Circle K
Year Founded:1951
Industry:Retail Franchises
120
US Units:650
Palm Beach Tan
Year Founded:1990
Industry:Spa and Salon Franchises
121
US Units:635
Lawn Doctor
Year Founded:1967
Industry:Home & Garden Franchises
122
US Units:628
Comfort Keepers
Year Founded:1998
Industry:Senior Care Franchises
123
US Units:600
Tire Pros
Year Founded:1976
Industry:Automotive Franchises
124
US Units:600
The Goddard School
Year Founded:1988
Industry:Child Education Franchises
125
US Units:600
The Learning Experience Academy of Early Education
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Child Education Franchises
126
US Units:600
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
Year Founded:2004
Industry:Health & Wellness Franchises
127
US Units:595
Home2 Suites by Hilton
Year Founded:2009
Industry:Hotel Franchises
128
US Units:590
Gold's Gym
Year Founded:1965
Industry:Fitness Franchises
129
US Units:576
McAlister's Deli
Year Founded:1989
Industry:Food Franchises
130
US Units:575
Marriott International Other lables in list?
Year Founded:1927
Industry:Hotel Franchises
131
US Units:570
Sylvan Learning
Year Founded:1979
Industry:Educational Franchises
132
US Units:568
Moe's Southwest Grill
Year Founded:2000
Industry:Food Franchises
133
US Units:566
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
Year Founded:1984
Industry:Food Franchises
134
US Units:550
AAMCO
Year Founded:1963
Industry:Automotive Franchises
135
US Units:550
Steak n Shake
Year Founded:1934
Industry:Food Franchises
136
US Units:550
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Year Founded:1997
Industry:Food Franchises
137
US Units:550
Pearle Vision
Year Founded:1961
Industry:Retail Franchises
138
US Units:546
Baymont by Wyndham
Year Founded:1973
Industry:Food Franchises
139
US Units:546
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Food Franchises
140
US Units:540
Captain D's
Year Founded:1969
Industry:Food Franchises
141
US Units:527
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Year Founded:1989
Industry:Hotel Franchises
142
US Units:525
Merry Maids
Year Founded:1979
Industry:Cleaning Franchises
143
US Units:520
SpringHill Suites by Marriot
Year Founded:1998
Industry:Hotel Franchises
144
US Units:516
Hungry Howie's
Year Founded:1973
Industry:Food Franchises
145
US Units:510
Pillar to Post
Year Founded:1994
Industry:Home Inspection Franchises
146
US Units:507
Primrose Schools
Year Founded:1982
Industry:Child Education Franchises
147
US Units:500
TownePlace Suites by Marriot
Year Founded:1997
Industry:Hotel Franchises
148
US Units:500
Plato's Closet
Year Founded:1991
Industry:Retail Franchises
149
US Units:500
CPR Cell Phone Repair
Year Founded:2004
Industry:Telecommunication Franchises
150
US Units:490
NextHome
Year Founded:2014
Industry:Real Estate Franchises
151
US Units:480
Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers
Year Founded:2013
Industry:Health & Wellness Franchises
152
US Units:471
PuroClean
Year Founded:2001
Industry:Cleaning Franchises
153
US Units:470
Big O Tires®
Year Founded:1962
Industry:Automotive Franchises
154
US Units:460
Donatos
Year Founded:1963
Industry:Food Franchises
155
US Units:456
Molly Maid
Year Founded:1979
Industry:Cleaning Franchises
156
US Units:450
British Swim School
Year Founded:1981
Industry:Children's Franchises
157
US Units:450
Real Property Management
Year Founded:1986
Industry:Property Management Franchises
158
US Units:449
Transworld Business Advisors
Year Founded:1979
Industry:Consultant & Business Broker Franchises
159
US Units:447
Koala Insulation
Year Founded:2018
Industry:Home Services Franchises
160
US Units:442
Mosquito Joe
Year Founded:2010
Industry:Home Services Franchises
161
US Units:440
Crunch Fitness
Year Founded:1989
Industry:Fitness Franchises
162
US Units:437
Realty One Group
Year Founded:2005
Industry:Real Estate Franchises
163
US Units:431
Mosquito Shield
Year Founded:2001
Industry:Home Services Franchises
164
US Units:431
DoubleTree by Hilton
Year Founded:1969
Industry:Hotel Franchises
165
US Units:418
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Home Services Franchises
166
US Units:412
Golden Corral
Year Founded:1973
Industry:Food Franchises
167
US Units:410
HoneyBaked Ham
Year Founded:1957
Industry:Food Franchises
168
US Units:407
Kung Fu Tea
Year Founded:2010
Industry:Café Franchises
169
US Units:406
Freedom Boat Club
Year Founded:1989
Industry:Sports Franchises
170
US Units:400
One Upon a Child
Year Founded:1992
Industry:Children's Franchises
171
US Units:400
Maid Brigade
Year Founded:1979
Industry:Cleaning Franchises
172
US Units:400
Martinizing Cleaning
Year Founded:1949
Industry:Dry Cleaning and Laundry Services
173
US Units:400
StretchLab
Year Founded:2015
Industry:Health & Wellness Franchises
174
US Units:400
BrightStar Care
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Home Care Franchises
175
US Units:395
Candlewood Suites
Year Founded:1995
Industry:Hotel Franchises
176
US Units:390
Biggby Coffee
Year Founded:1995
Industry:Café Franchises
177
US Units:390
American Family Care
Year Founded:1982
Industry:Medical Care Franchises
178
US Units:387
Grease Monkey
Year Founded:1978
Industry:Automotive Franchises
179
US Units:387
Kiddie Academy
Year Founded:1981
Industry:Children's Franchises
180
US Units:385
School of Rock
Year Founded:1998
Industry:Children's Franchises
181
US Units:380
Wetzel's Pretzels
Year Founded:1994
Industry:Food Franchises
182
US Units:380
Two Men and a Truck
Year Founded:1985
Industry:Moving Services Franchises
183
US Units:380
Signarama
Year Founded:1986
Industry:Printer, Copying & Sign Franchises
184
US Units:372
Pop-A-Lock
Year Founded:1991
Industry:Home Services Franchises
185
US Units:370
Great American Cookies
Year Founded:1977
Industry:Food Franchises
186
US Units:370
Shipley Do-Nuts
Year Founded:1936
Industry:Food Franchises
187
US Units:367
Ace Handyman Services
Year Founded:1998
Industry:Handyman Franchises
188
US Units:366
Habit Burger & Grill
Year Founded:1969
Industry:Food Franchises
189
US Units:365
Barrio Burrito Bar
Year Founded:2015
Industry:Food Franchises
190
US Units:363
Taco John's
Year Founded:1969
Industry:Food Franchises
191
US Units:360
Phenix Salon Suites
Year Founded:2007
Industry:Hair & Beauty Salon Franchises
192
US Units:360
Wild Birds Unlimited
Year Founded:1981
Industry:Retail Franchises
193
US Units:355
Burn Boot Camp
Year Founded:2012
Industry:Fitness Franchises
194
US Units:354
Carvel
Year Founded:1934
Industry:Ice Cream Franchises
195
US Units:353
Postal Annex+
Year Founded:1985
Industry:Mailing & Business Services Franchises
196
US Units:350
The Little Gym
Year Founded:1992
Industry:Children's Franchises
197
US Units:350
Wienerschnitzel
Year Founded:1961
Industry:Food Franchises
198
US Units:350
MY SALON Suite
Year Founded:2010
Industry:Hair & Beauty Salon Franchises
199
US Units:350
CertaPro Painters
Year Founded:1992
Industry:Home Improvement Franchises
200
US Units:350
Precision Garage Door Service
Year Founded:2001
Industry:Home Services Franchises
201
US Units:350
Mr. Handyman
Year Founded:1996
Industry:Home Services Franchises
202
US Units:350
Caring Transitions
Year Founded:2006
Industry:Senior Care Franchises
203
US Units:350
Caring Transitions
Year Founded:2006
Industry:Senior Care Franchises
204
US Units:350
Urban Air Adventure Park
Year Founded:2011
Industry:Sports Franchises
205
US Units:348
Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions
Year Founded:1996
Industry:B2B Franchises
206
US Units:345
Senior Helpers
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Senior Care Franchises
207
US Units:338
Buddy's Home Furnishings
Year Founded:1961
Industry:Home Improvement Franchises
208
US Units:338
N-Hance Wood Refinishing
Year Founded:2001
Industry:Home Improvement Franchises
209
US Units:331
Rainbow Restoration
Year Founded:1996
Industry:Restoration Franchises
210
US Units:328
Mr. Appliance
Year Founded:1996
Industry:Home Services Franchises
211
US Units:320
Schooley Mitchell
Year Founded:1997
Industry:B2B Franchises
212
US Units:320
Interim HealthCare
Year Founded:1966
Industry:Healthcare & Senior Care Franchises
213
US Units:320
Dog Training Elite
Year Founded:1995
Industry:Pet Franchises
214
US Units:319
Tru by Hilton
Year Founded:2015
Industry:Hotel Franchises
215
US Units:315
Soccer Shots
Year Founded:2005
Industry:Children's Franchises
216
US Units:312
Schlotzsky's
Year Founded:1971
Industry:Food Franchises
217
US Units:310
Home Helpers
Year Founded:1997
Industry:Senior Care Franchises
218
US Units:309
Staybridge Suites
Year Founded:1997
Industry:Hotel Franchises
219
US Units:301
Mr. Rooter
Year Founded:1972
Industry:Home Services Franchises
220
US Units:300
Mountain Mike's Pizza
Year Founded:1978
Industry:Food Franchises
221
US Units:300
Weed Man
Year Founded:1970
Industry:Home & Garden Franchises
222
US Units:300
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Year Founded:2007
Industry:Pet Franchises
223
US Units:300
TeamLogic IT
Year Founded:2005
Industry:Technology Franchises
224
US Units:291
Floor coverings International
Year Founded:1988
Industry:Home Improvement Franchises
225
US Units:290
Pinch A Penny
Year Founded:1975
Industry:Retail Franchises
226
US Units:285
Dogtopia
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Pet Franchises
227
US Units:285
American Poolplayers Association
Year Founded:1979
Industry:Sports Franchises
228
US Units:280
Play it Again Sports
Year Founded:1983
Industry:Sports Franchises
229
US Units:276
ShelfGenie
Year Founded:2008
Industry:Home Improvement Franchises
230
US Units:275
Precision Tune Auto Care
Year Founded:1976
Industry:Automotive Franchises
231
US Units:275
Fish Window Cleaning
Year Founded:1978
Industry:Cleaning Franchises
232
US Units:275
Kitchen Tune Up
Year Founded:1988
Industry:Home Services Franchises
233
US Units:275
CMIT Solutions
Year Founded:1994
Industry:Technology Franchises
234
US Units:273
Krystal
Year Founded:1932
Industry:Food Franchises
235
US Units:270
Cicis Pizza
Year Founded:1985
Industry:Food Franchises
236
US Units:270
WIN Home Inspection
Year Founded:1993
Industry:Home Inspection Franchises
237
US Units:268
Embassy Suites by Hilton
Year Founded:1983
Industry:Hotel Franchises
238
US Units:266
Synergy HomeCare
Year Founded:1999
Industry:Healthcare & Senior Care Franchises
239
US Units:260
The Human Bean
Year Founded:1998
Industry:Café Franchises
240
US Units:260
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Year Founded:2001
Industry:Home Services Franchises
241
US Units:260
Paul Davis Restoration
Year Founded:1966
Industry:Restoration Franchises
242
US Units:260
Expedia Cruises
Year Founded:1987
Industry:Travel Agency Franchises
243
US Units:258
Dave's Hot Chicken
Year Founded:2017
Industry:Food Franchises
244
US Units:257
G6 Hospitality
Year Founded:1999
Industry:Hotel Franchises
245
US Units:257
ASP - America's Swimming Pool Company
Year Founded:2001
Industry:Sports Franchises
246
US Units:255
Padgett Business Services
Year Founded:1965
Industry:Financial Services
247
US Units:252
Huntington Learning Center
Year Founded:1977
Industry:Educational Franchises
248
US Units:250
i9 Sports
Year Founded:2002
Industry:Children's Franchises
249
US Units:250
ComForCare Home Care
Year Founded:1996
Industry:Home Care Franchises
250
US Units:250
Decorating Den Interiors
Year Founded:1969
Industry:Home Improvement Franchises
