Find the right franchise in Wisconsin
A World of Opportunity
Wisconsin is well known for its cheese and its Cheeseheads (and Wisconsinites fully embrace the Cheesehead culture), but the Badger State is only part dairy. This healthy economy supports businesses of all kinds.
Ranking eleventh on US News & World Report’s Best States list, Wisconsin has a lot going for it. The publication especially likes the quality of life (#3 in the US) and the opportunity presented by the state (#8). Forbes notes the state’s promising economic climate and quality of life. Also appealing are the low-stress lifestyle and affordable housing in Wisconsin, which may mean better productivity and an all-around better life for business owners and small-business employees.
The local experts at FranNet know this resilient state well, and they’re ready to help you take full advantage of everything Wisconsin has to offer. Talk to a FranNet consultant today and discover which business is the best for you and your plans for the future.
Franchising in Wisconsin
- Franchise registration: Wisconsin is a franchise registration state: franchises must be registered with the Department of Financial Institutions no later than the first franchise sale in Wisconsin, and registration takes effect when filed, without merit review. (Source: Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, Division of Securities)
- FranNet consultants: One FranNet consultant is listed for Wisconsin on this page. See the list.
- Small businesses: In 2022, Wisconsin had 497,370 small businesses, 99.4 percent of all its businesses, and they employed 1.2 million people, 48.0 percent of its employees. (Source: SBA Office of Advocacy, 2025 Small Business Profile: Wisconsin (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 Wisconsin
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
Uh oh, looks like no brands in our directory fit this criteria. Contact your local consultant to inquire about local brands that are available.