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How Much Does a Papa Ray's Pizza & Wings Franchise Cost?

Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document

Investment Summary

Total Investment

$214K – $464K

Franchise Fee

$30K

Royalty

5.0%

Ad Fund

2.0%

Cost Breakdown

Initial Franchise Fee

The initial franchise fee for Papa Ray's Pizza & Wings is $30K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.

Total Investment Range

Opening a Papa Ray's Pizza & Wings franchise requires a total investment of $214K – $464K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.

Working capital alone ranges from $40K to $80K.

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial investment, Papa Ray's Pizza & Wings franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 5.0% of gross sales (Gross Sales). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 2.0% of gross sales.

Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements

Papa Ray's Pizza & Wings requires working capital of $40K – $80K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.

What Can You Earn?

Papa Ray's Pizza & Wings does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.

How Do Banks View Papa Ray's Pizza & Wings?

SBA Loans Issued

1

Default Rate

N/A

The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Papa Ray's Pizza & Wings has 1 SBA-backed loans on record. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.

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