How many Budget outlets were operating in Arizona at the start of 2023?
Budget Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired from Franchisee | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisees | Outlets at Year End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2022 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 33 |
| 2023 | 33 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 | |
| 2024 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 71–79)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Budget's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 33 Budget outlets operating in Arizona at the start of 2023. In 2023, one outlet opened, and none closed, resulting in 34 outlets at the end of 2023. In 2024, no outlets opened or closed, so the year ended with 34 outlets.
This information is valuable for potential franchisees as it provides a sense of Budget's presence and activity in Arizona. Knowing the number of outlets at the start and end of each year, as well as the number of openings and closures, can help a franchisee understand the growth and stability of the Budget brand in that specific market. This historical data can be used to assess the potential for future success and to gauge the level of competition from other Budget locations.
It is important to note that this data reflects the total number of Budget outlets, including both franchised and company-owned locations. A prospective franchisee may want to further investigate the breakdown between franchised and company-owned outlets to gain a more detailed understanding of the franchise landscape in Arizona. Additionally, it would be beneficial to research the performance of existing Budget locations in Arizona to assess their profitability and customer satisfaction.