What was the total number of Circle K outlets opened in 2023?
Circle_K Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
doubt, outlets in this Table 8 are a subset of the outlets identified in Table 3.
Table No. 9
Status of Company-Owned Outlets (Motor Fuel)* For Years 2023 to 2025
| Outlets at | Outlets | Reacquired | Outlets | Outlets Sold | Outlets at | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State | Year | Start of Year | Opened | from Franchisees | Closed | to Franchisees | End of the Year |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 86–99)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a total of 662 Circle K outlets were opened in 2023 across the United States. This number contributed to an increase in the total number of outlets from 3,495 at the start of the year to 4,127 by the end of 2023. These figures include Circle K stores that may or may not include a Motor Fuel Business and/or Branded Business.
It's important to note that this number reflects the total openings across all states where Circle K has a presence. The number of openings varies significantly from state to state. For example, Florida saw 203 new Circle K outlets open, while several states like Alaska, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, and others had no new openings during that year.
Prospective franchisees should consider these figures in the context of their target market. While a large number of openings can indicate brand growth and potential, it's crucial to assess the specific market conditions and competition in the franchisee's desired area. The overall growth trend suggests a healthy expansion of the Circle K brand, but local market dynamics will heavily influence the success of individual franchise locations.