
Finally, a franchise that makes real-world sense. Philly's known for its cost-effective eats and even more affordable haircuts. S won’t just line up—they’ll camp out. With all that hair from cheesesteaks, inhabitants will must have regular trims. This is what demand looks like in real time. A Great Clips in Philly? Fuggedaboutit, it's a guaranteed moneymaker. If you’re primed, that city’s waiting.
Thomas’s Take: Consultant’s Note
I reviewed Great Clips’s FDD. Here’s why I like it as an option in Fishtown or Northern Liberties. The Item 19 in the FDD said: $382,316 in median (50th percentile) total sales (not profit) across eligible salons. Fishtown’s growing population and energetic ambiance create high demand for a convenient and cost-effective hair salon like Great Clips.
| Franchise overview & key stats of Great Clips | |
| Category | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Marketing fund (in %) | 5% |
| Minimum cash required | $50,000 |
| Franchise fee | $27,500 |
| We assessed potential challenges (with example location) | Fishtown's distinct style clashes with chain standards; finding specialists familiar with trends near Philadelphia is difficult. |
| We Analyzed Who Has an Advantage | Semi-absentee investor focused on multi-unit growth with management experience. |
| We Analyzed Who Is a Bad Fit | Someone inexperienced in recruiting. |
| How much can you make as a franchise owner? (FDD Item 19 – see disclosure) | $382k median sales across all salons eligible to be open the entire year (2025 FDD) |





