Jack In The Box

$JIBCF500 #359
CategoryFood: Quick-Service Restaurants
SubcategoryHamburgers
Locations2,136
Franchisee Count1,985
Franchise Fee$50,000
Item 7 Low$1,909,500
Item 7 Midpoint$2,975,500
Item 7 High$4,041,500
Royalty Fees5% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund5%
Sold Not Open35
ParentJack in the Box Inc.
Founded1971
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business55
Began Franchising1971
HQSan Diego, CA
Executives26
LinksWeb
Main Phone(858) 571-2121
FDD IssuedMarch 13, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2018 · 2017 🔒
Franchisor

Different Rules, LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of Jack in the Box restaurants serving hamburgers, specialty sandwiches, french fries, tacos, salads, bowls, drinks and side items in traditional and nontraditional locations.

Franchisees must use a Company-specified computer system costing approximately $45,000-$60,000, which includes proprietary Restaurant Management Software and a POS system. The estimated monthly cost for computer support is at least $300.

Different Rules, LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of Jack in the Box restaurants serving hamburgers, specialty sandwiches, french fries, tacos, salads, bowls, drinks and side items in traditional and nontraditional locations.

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