How many company-owned Churchs Chicken outlets were located in Alabama at the start of 2022?
Churchs_Chicken Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets At Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Outlets Reacquired from Franchisees | Outlets Closed | Outlets Sold to Franchisees | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 17 | |
| Alabama | 2023 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| 2024 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 17 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 62–67)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Churchs Chicken's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 18 company-owned Churchs Chicken outlets in Alabama at the start of 2022. By the end of 2022, one outlet had closed, leaving 17 company-owned locations in the state.
It is important to note that this data reflects the number of company-owned stores only. It does not include franchised locations. A prospective franchisee should consider the performance and changes in the number of company-owned stores as these locations are operated directly by Churchs Chicken and may reflect on the brand's overall strategy and investment in the region.
Monitoring the number of company-owned stores alongside franchised locations can provide insights into Churchs Chicken's growth strategy and resource allocation. Significant changes in either number could indicate shifts in the company's focus or market conditions affecting the brand.