Jiffy Lube
A Jiffy Lube franchise typically costs between $236,000 and $452,650 to open (excluding real estate), with a franchise fee of $35,000 and an ongoing royalty of approximately 4% of gross sales.
Franchise Inspectors has verified from Jiffy Lube's latest 2026 FDD that the average store generates $1,084,033 in net sales. The lowest unit volume was $189,910 and the highest unit volume was $5,962,732.
How Much Does It Cost?
Total Investment
$236,000 - $452,650
Franchise Fee
$35,000
Royalty
3% - 4%
Marketing Ad Fund
4%
How Much Do Owners Make?
$189,910
LOWEST NET SALES
$1,084,033
AVERAGE NET SALES
$5,962,732
highest NET SALES
Jiffy Lube Retention Amongst Company-Owned and Franchise Owned Outlets
Corporate Units
Franchised Units
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Jiffy Lube Franchise Quick Facts
- Total Investment: $236,000 and $452,650 (excluding real estate)
- Franchise Fee: $35,000
- Royalty: 3%-4%
- Marketing Fee: 4%
- Average Revenue: $1,084,033
- Lowest Revenue: $189,910
- Highest Revenue: $5,962,732
- Total Outlets: 2,083
- Length of Term: 20 years
How much does a Jiffy Lube franchise owner make?
According to the FDD, Jiffy Lube does not disclose owner income or net profit. However, it does provide detailed financial performance data in Item 19.
This includes net sales for newer service centers, the number of vehicles serviced annually, and sales breakdowns based on how long locations have been open. This gives a clearer picture of how performance can evolve over time as a location matures.
While this data helps show revenue trends, it does not include expenses like labor, rent, inventory, royalties, or taxes. Because of that, actual earnings can vary significantly depending on the location, cost structure, and how the business is managed.
How long does it take to open a Jiffy Lube franchise?
According to the FDD, if you have to locate a site and build a new service center, it may take over 2 years to open (in extreme cases). In general, for a newly built site, the earliest you might expect the service center to open for business following execution of a Franchise Agreement is about 180 days.
Is Jiffy Lube semi-absentee?
No. This is an operations-heavy business that requires managing technicians, overseeing daily service operations, maintaining compliance with environmental regulations, and ensuring consistent customer service. While you may be able to hire a manager, strong oversight is typically required.
What are the biggest risks of owning a Jiffy Lube franchise?
The biggest risks include:
- High competition from dealerships, independent mechanics, and other quick lube providers
- Labor dependency, including hiring and retaining skilled technicians
- Environmental and regulatory requirements, especially around oil storage and disposal
- Pricing pressure, as many competitors may offer lower-cost services
- Operational complexity, particularly if offering expanded repair services
Like most service-based businesses, profitability depends heavily on location, management, and cost control.
This page contains information derived from the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). We are not making any financial claims, projections, or guarantees. The data shown reflects historical information provided by the franchisor and should not be relied upon as an indication of future performance. Individual results will vary.
