Express Employment Professionals

For 15 consecutive years, Express has been ranked the #1 Staffing Franchise in a $639 billion global industry. With a low initial investment of $131,000, our Item 19 demonstrates an exceptionally strong ROI. Additionally, we boast excellent validation. With an average tenure of ownership of more than 10 years, we’ve maintained a 98% satisfaction rating among franchise owners due to our robust support system, inclusive of comprehensive training, field support, and a dedicated international headqu

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Ways to own

Standard franchise

Single unit Owner-operator (active)

Money you'll need

Personal cash (liquid capital)
$200,000
Cash or near-cash you contribute yourself
Total project cost
$131,000 – $287,700
Fee, build-out, equipment and early working capital
Net worth required
$250,000
Initial franchise fee
$40,000
Included in total project cost

Ongoing fees

Royalty
8%
Advertising / brand fund
Not disclosed
Other recurring fees
None
Agreement term
Not disclosed

Your role

Ownership style
Owner-operator (active)
Expected time
Not disclosed
Home-based
No
Staffing
2
Location
Not disclosed

Training and support

Training
: Training and support program details: New franchisees will receive a total of four weeks of training, including on-the-job-training in their office. After your initial training is complete, you’ll be enrolled in Success Track - a program designed to challenge, support, recognize and reward Franchisees for building a healthy foundation and reaching major milestones throughout their first two years. In addition to initial and ongoing training, our Express International team provides support to owners and their internal teams across a range of business needs including: Day-to-Day Operational Support, guided by regionally-based business coaches. Payroll processing and back-office administrative tasks managed by Express International. A proprietary sales and operating system to match your clients with the right candidate, and track business trends and key performance indicators. Comprehensive marketing support to promote your business as a total workforce solution and set yourself apart from the competition. Cost for Training: No cost for training; covered in the franchise fee. Lodging and airfare included: No Site Selection Assistance: Yes Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes Mentor following training: Length of mentoring Franchisee: Register your candidates at: franchising@expresspros.com Consultant Website for available territories, resales and more: https://expressfranchising.com/consultant#broker-incentive
Ongoing support
Site selection: Yes Lease negotiation: Yes Mentoring: Length of mentoring Franchisee:; Register your candidates at: franchising@expresspros.com

Financing information

FranServe lists financing as available; confirm terms with the franchisor.

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Brand facts

Founded
1983
Franchising since
1985
Franchised units
865
Company-owned units
12
Headquarters
Oklahoma City, OK

Where it's offered

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About this information

Listing reviewed by our editors on October 13, 2026. Source materials dated August 20, 2026. Figures come from franchisor-provided materials and can change; always confirm against the brand's current Franchise Disclosure Document.

We don't publish revenue, profit or return estimates. If a franchisor provides financial performance information, it appears in Item 19 of its FDD with the context needed to interpret it.

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