Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Food & Beverage · Baked Goods & Snacks
About Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is an internationally recognized brand that operates as a franchisor, confectionery manufacturer, and retail operator. Based in the picturesque historical town of Durango, Colorado, nestled among the breathtaking Rocky Mountains, the company has expanded its presence to the United States, Panama, and the Philippines. With a 53,000 square foot factory, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory produces a wide range of premium chocolate candies and confectionery products using proprietary recipes developed by their master candy maker. The extensive product line includes delectable boxed chocolates, mouth-watering truffles, rich caramels, and a variety of gourmet treats. What sets Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory apart is their commitment to quality and the unique in-store candy making demonstrations that provide an immersive and unforgettable experience for customers. Whether you're looking for a special gift, indulging in old-fashioned treats, or seeking sugar-free options, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory has something to satisfy every chocolate lover's craving. Get ready to embark on a sweet journey with Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory!.
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Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2025 filing).
Growth
- Total locations138
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings2
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate-7.4%
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR-5.0%
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio0.2×
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)$614k
Computed as Total Gross Retail Sales ($82,232,941) divided by number of stores (134) for the 2025 fiscal year reporting period.
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment—
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
- Time to open—
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
- Royalty rate—
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
- Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.