UPS – United Parcel Service
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Total investment
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The Concept
The UPS Store is a U.S. retail-services franchise specializing in packing, shipping, printing, mailbox rentals, document services, notary services and small-business solutions. Although the brand is closely associated with UPS, franchisees operate independent retail centers rather than UPS delivery operations. The concept offers traditional urban and suburban stores, rural locations and non-traditional “store-in-store” formats.
The franchise has a substantial U.S. footprint and continues to expand: the 2026 FDD reported 5,503 total outlets at year-end 2025, including 5,487 franchised locations and 16 company-owned centers. UPS also stated in May 2026 that more than 5,500 The UPS Store locations serve customers across North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a The UPS Store franchise cost?
The estimated initial investment for a traditional center is $222,368 to $606,081. The range includes expenses such as the franchise fee, real estate, build-out, equipment, inventory and working capital. Rural and non-traditional formats have different investment ranges.
What are the financial requirements?
The UPS Store does not publicly state a single minimum net-worth requirement on its current franchise website. Current FDD-based sources indicate approximately $40,000–$70,000 in working capital/liquid funds, but candidates should confirm the precise financial qualification criteria directly with the franchisor.
What fees does The UPS Store charge?
The standard royalty is 5% of the applicable sales base. The 2026 FDD also includes marketing/advertising contributions and technology-related fees. For a standard first traditional center, the franchise fee is $39,950.
How much revenue does a The UPS Store franchise generate?
The 2026 FDD reports average adjusted gross sales of $724,293 for qualifying franchised traditional centers in 2025. This figure represents sales rather than profit and therefore does not indicate how much a franchise owner personally earns.
What does a The UPS Store franchise actually offer?
The concept goes beyond package shipping. Franchisees can generate revenue through packing, printing, mailbox rentals, document services, notary services, returns and small-business services. The company also offers non-traditional locations such as centers inside hotels, universities, convention centers and other retail businesses.
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