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Kumon franchise

Math and reading learning centers using individualized self-learning worksheets.

Opening investment
$101,630–$233,780

2026 FDD · Kumon Math and Reading Center

U.S. locations
1,710

2025

Worldwide locations
23,200

Mar 2026 · rounded down to 100

Opening costs and fees

$101,630–$233,780

Opening costs vary by format, location and lease terms.

Operating formats

Kumon Math and Reading Center

$101,630–$233,780

2026 FDD Item 7

Includes $2,000–$3,000 (Initial Franchise Fee) and $19,000–$25,000 (Additional Funds (3 months)).

Locations

1,710 U.S. locations (2025).

Kumon reported 1,710 U.S. locations for 2025.

Existing locations do not establish that a new territory is available. Confirm your market with the franchisor.

Sources and figure notes

Reporting periods and scope

Worldwide locations

23,200 centers worldwide, rounded down to the nearest 100. Japan: 14,500; overseas: 8,700. Source month is March 2026. Counts of centers are separate from instructors, company offices and students. Rounded figures must not be used as exact rankings.

Opening investment

$101,630–$233,780 total estimated initial investment for Kumon Math and Reading Center in the 2026 FDD Item 7 table, including $2,000–$3,000 (Initial Franchise Fee) and $19,000–$25,000 (Additional Funds (3 months)).

U.S. locations

Kumon reported 1,710 U.S. locations for 2025.

Research snapshot: . Sources and methodology

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