New owners must complete a 6 to 12-month training program , which includes time at "Hamburger University" in Illinois, before taking over a location. Investment Category Estimated Cost Range Initial Franchise Fee Signs, Seating, & Equipment $1,100,000 – $1,785,000 Opening Inventory $20,000 – $39,000 Working Capital (3 Months) $250,000 – $439,000 Total Estimated Initial Investment $1,471,000 – $2,728,000

A monthly fee of 4% to 5% of gross sales.

You must budget $20,000 to $39,000 for initial food and packaging inventory, plus roughly $54,000 to $66,000 for permits, insurance, and pre-opening labor.

McDonald's Franchise - Requirements and Advice for Qualifying

Unlike many other franchises, McDonald's often owns the real estate and acts as your landlord.

McDonald's expects you to have $250,000 to $439,000 in additional funds to cover the first three months of operations, including payroll and utilities, while the business ramps up. Ongoing "Rent and Royalties"

You must pay at least 40% of the startup costs in cash (non-borrowed funds) for new restaurants.