Find the right franchise in Nebraska
Nebraska Is All About Business
Nebraska is fourth on Forbes’ 2018 Best States for Business list, coming in fourth for regulatory environment, sixth for quality of life, and seventh for business costs. US News & World Report also gives the state high marks, noting its outstanding infrastructure and education system. CNBC agrees, giving the state an A+ for the cost of doing business, an A in education, a B+ in cost of living, and Bs in business friendliness, quality of life, and workforce. With scores this good on all the major lists, Nebraska must be doing something right.
The benefits of doing business in Nebraska include low-cost unemployment insurance, low sales tax, business support programs, and low energy costs (thanks to the state-run power system). The cost savings, the fact that it’s a nice place to live, and the strong workforce make it an obvious top pick for anyone looking to start or relocate a business.
Our FranNet local experts know Nebraska well, and they’re here to help you choose the right business for your lifestyle and location. Talk with a FranNet consultant today about opening your business in Nebraska.
Franchising in Nebraska
- Franchise registration: Nebraska is not a franchise registration state, but franchisors file a one-time Nebraska Franchise Notice of Exemption with the Department of Banking and Finance before offering a franchise in Nebraska. (Source: Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance, Bureau of Securities)
- FranNet consultants: One FranNet consultant is listed for Nebraska on this page. See the list.
- Small businesses: In 2022, Nebraska had 193,495 small businesses, 99.1 percent of all its businesses, and they employed 422,756 people, 47.5 percent of its employees. (Source: SBA Office of Advocacy, 2025 Small Business Profile: Nebraska (2022 data))
The SBA counts firms with fewer than 500 employees, including businesses with no paid employees.
Franchising facts last reviewed October 2026.
Franchise brands available in Nebraska
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health, Fitness & W...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $225,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $380,000
- Total Investment:
- $397,516 - $973,212
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health & Beauty
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $75,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $300,000
- Total Investment:
- $137,000 - $259,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Retail, Vending
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $25,000
- Net Worth Required:
- N/A
- Total Investment:
- $110,000 - $200,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health, Fitness & W...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $500,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $1,500,000
- Total Investment:
- $700,000 - $900,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Business Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $69,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $150,000
- Total Investment:
- $76,000 - $105,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Automotive
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $110,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $206,774 - $561,688
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Employment & Staffing
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $50,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $250,000
- Total Investment:
- $150,000 - $224,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Signs & Graphics
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $80,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $300,000
- Total Investment:
- $248,083 - $344,624
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Health & Beauty
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $500,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $1,500,000
- Total Investment:
- $924,021 - $1,957,824
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Children, Education
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $350,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $500,000
- Total Investment:
- $1,003,500 - $8,908,000
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Consumer Services, Fitn...
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $150,000
- Net Worth Required:
- $750,000
- Total Investment:
- $582,722 - $882,381
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
FranNet Verified Brand
- Industry:
- Home Services
- Liquid Capital Required:
- $60,000
- Net Worth Required:
- N/A
- Total Investment:
- $100,015 - $116,065
- Financing:
- Via 3rd party
- Training:
- Available
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