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Culver's

Burgers

Midwest fast-casual chain known for ButterBurgers and frozen custard

Headquarters
Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin
Founded
1984
Ownership
private
Website
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Key Metrics (2024)

Unit Count
920
Average Unit Volume
$4.20M
System Sales
$2.40B

Detailed Metrics

2024

Average Unit Volume
Source: Franchise analysis
$4.20M
Franchise Fee
Source: FDD
$55K
Initial Investment (Max)
Source: FDD
$5.70M
Initial Investment (Min)
Source: FDD
$2.35M
Royalty Rate
Source: FDD
4%
System Sales
Source: Industry reports
$2.40B
Unit Count
Source: Company reports
920

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