How Much Does It Cost to Own a Dairy Queen's Franchise?
Dairy Queen — Active member of the quick service restaurant (qsr) industry since 1958
Owning a Dairy Queen quick service restaurant (qsr) franchise can be a business, but it does have some initial financial requirements. To open a single hamburgers/traditional location, the company requires that potential franchisees have liquid assets of at least $400,000.

About Dairy Queen
For more than 70 years, Dairy Queen has developed customer loyalty and established a solid brand as a leading fast food chain.
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| Investment Level | $400,000 |
| Financing Available | ✔ |
| Training & Support | ✔ |
| SBA Approved | ✔ |
| Incorporated Name | American Dairy Queen Corporation |
| Business Type | Franchise |
| Franchising Since | 1944 (82 years) |
| Industry | Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) |
| Industry Subcategory | Hamburgers/Traditional |
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