How many City Wide outlets were open in California at the end of 2024?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of the Year | Outlets Opened | Terminations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased– Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 2022 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| 2023 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | |
| 2024 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 58–65)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 13 City Wide outlets operating in California at the end of 2024. The table provided in Item 20 of the FDD details the changes in outlet numbers over the past three years.
Specifically for California, the table shows the progression of City Wide's presence. In 2022, there were 3 outlets at the start of the year, with 6 new outlets opening, resulting in 9 outlets by year-end. In 2023, the state began with 9 outlets and added 2 more, reaching 11. Finally, in 2024, California started with 11 outlets, opened 2, and ended the year with a total of 13 operational City Wide locations.
This information is valuable for potential franchisees as it illustrates the growth and current market penetration of City Wide in California. A prospective franchisee can assess the opportunities and competition based on this data. It's also important to note the rate of new openings, which can indicate the brand's momentum in the state.
Franchise outlet data can fluctuate due to several factors, including terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. However, in California, the number of City Wide locations has steadily increased over the past three years, suggesting a stable and expanding market presence.