Great Clips - Franchise
Quick Summary
Great Clips is the fastest growing salon chain, providing value-priced haircuts and perms to the entire family in a no-appointment atmosphere. We have over 4,000 locations and 35 years of experience. Great Clips is the largest brand in the haircare industry and is one of the top franchise opportunities.
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Great Clips
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $50,000 | |
| Year Founded | 1982 | |
| # of Existing Units | 4200 | |
| Training & Support | Yes |
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Great Clips - Franchise
It's Gonna Be Great
Proven Multi–Unit Strategy with over 4,000 locations and over 35 years of experience. If you want to keep your professional career and are looking for a great way to pursue a multi-unit franchising strategy, you really should take a close look at our offering.
Why Great Clips - Owner Benefits
Established in 1982, Great Clips is the largest brand in the haircare industry and is one of the top franchise opportunities. Our salons are conveniently located in Shopping Centers in over 140 markets throughout the U.S. and Canada. No appointments are necessary for men, women, and children to get haircuts and perms at competitive prices.
Our franchisees utilize their general business management to take full advantage of the many benefits; Here are just a few:
- 35-year positive track record
- Over 4,000 salons operating
- Steady growth potential
- Cash business with no receivables
- Recession and Technology resistant
- Keep your professional career – Manager run locations
- Franchisees who have operated for at least 5 years, typically own 5 to 6 locations
- Haircare is ranked as the most recession resistant industry a business owner can pursue
Investment Review
Initial Franchise Fee - $25,000
3-Star - $40,000 (3 salons)
Estimated Total Initial Investment Per Salon - $136,000 - $250,250 (as per 2018 FDD)
Minimum Financial Requirements
$300,000 Net Worth ($500,000 in CA, NY, DC, Boston and Toronto)
Great Clips is an executive model that provides an established path to successful multi-unit business development. If you want to leverage your general business management experience and build your own organization, then you owe it to yourself to learn more.
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