How is the population determined for Craters & Freighters territories?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We offer two types of territories (each a "Territory"): one which will have a population under 1,000,000 people, and another which will have a population of 1,000,000 or more people. If you request, and we approve, a Territory with a population of more than 1,000,000 people, then you will be required to pay us a Supplemental Territory Fee equal to $0.015 per additional person in the Territory. All population determinations will be based upon the latest United States Census information available for the various territories.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–10)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Craters & Freighters's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the population of a territory is determined using the latest United States Census information available. Craters & Freighters offers two types of territories: one with a population under 1,000,000 people and another with a population of 1,000,000 or more people.
For a prospective franchisee, this means the size and potential market of their territory is based on official census data. If a franchisee requests a territory with a population exceeding 1,000,000, Craters & Freighters requires a Supplemental Territory Fee of $0.015 per additional person in the territory. This fee could significantly increase the initial investment depending on the population size of the territory.
It is important for potential franchisees to understand how the territory size and population affect their business plan and financial projections. They should also verify the census data used by Craters & Freighters and consider how population changes might impact their business over time. Understanding the population count is crucial, as it directly influences the market potential and the fees associated with larger territories.