Franchises for Women: 5 Top Choices

Women are a driving force in the small business community. Learn more from Kitchen Tune-Up about some of the best franchises for women and what makes them solid investment opportunities.

Women account for half of the U.S. population. The Equal Rights Amendment was ratified by Congress in 1972, but many women are still striving for pay equity and workplace equality. Entrepreneurship has emerged as a powerful testament to women's ability to make strides in the business world and influence the economy. Nearly half of all businesses — 43.4% — are run by women, including 52 who are CEOs of Fortune 500 companies. And many are doing it all while raising families and supporting spouses.

Women turn to business ownership for similar reasons as men. They want to be their own boss or are dissatisfied with corporate America. Others want to pursue their passion and achieve work-life balance. Small business ownership requires hard work and dedication, but it also offers flexibility, and many aspects of a business can be managed at home.

Franchising Empowers Female Entrepreneurs

If you’re considering entrepreneurship, franchising can shine a light on business ownership. A franchise provides a turnkey business with training, support, and a network of peers. As a franchise owner, you’ll be in business for yourself, but you aren’t alone. In a survey of 8,500 female franchisees by Franchise Business Review, the average annual income of a female franchisee is $92,000, and at least 30% generate $1 million in revenue. Some of the top franchise opportunities for women are real estate, education, child enrichment, senior care, travel, and fitness.

Here are five picks of some of the top franchises for women.

1. Senior Helpers: The number of seniors is climbing, and Senior Helpers caters to this growing demographic by providing companion care, personal care, specialized care for Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, and other types of non-medical assistance. You don’t need experience in home care or healthcare to own a Senior Helpers franchise, but finding reliable employees to care for elderly clients can be challenging in a tight labor market.
2. Patrice & Associates: This hospitality recruiting agency enables females to work from anywhere with reliable Wi-Fi. You can add additional recruiters to scale your business on your own timeline. Economic fluctuations can impact the hospitality industry, and you’ll have to stay abreast of employment laws and regulations.
3. Fit4Mom: If you have a passion for fitness, Fit4Mom is a low-investment fitness franchise offering pre- and post-natal fitness classes for women. Created “by moms for moms,” Fit4Mom franchisees strive to create a supportive community of women. By focusing on stroller workouts, outdoor classes, and run clubs, you don’t need a brick-and-mortar storefront to host classes, but weather may impact attendance, particularly in colder climates.
4. Pet Wants: Join the high-demand pet industry with a franchise offering fresh, top-quality pet food. To make its franchise accessible, Pet Wants offers an event-based franchise model and a retail franchise. You’ll need to manage inventory and educate customers on the value of premium pet food.
5. Kitchen Tune-Up: Angi reports U.S. households spent an average of $9,542 on home improvements in 2023 and 25% remodeled their kitchens. We don’t believe homeowners need to spend a fortune or be displaced from their homes to improve their living space. We offer a hassle-free approach to home renovations. You don’t need contracting experience to be successful, and you can choose to have a showroom or storage facility to hold supplies. The initial investment for a Kitchen Tune-Up ranges from $129,930 to $188,850, and we offer $48,000 of in-house financing to help trim startup costs. You’ll receive the franchise marketing and sales support you need to reach your financial goals.

Inquire now to begin your franchise journey with Kitchen Tune-Up. We'll put you in touch with a member of our franchise team and share the success stories of some of our female franchisees.