How Much Does a Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. Franchise Owner Make?
Qamaria franchise locations report median gross sales of $517,064 and average gross sales of $704,020, based on disclosed 2025 FDD Item 19 data from 10 franchised units. Only 50% of units attained or surpassed the average, so the median is the more representative figure for prospective buyers. Estimated owner net income falls between $70,000–$115,000 annually after royalties and operating costs.
Qamaria Quick Stats
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Sales | $517,064 |
| Average Gross Sales | $704,020 |
| Gross Sales Range | $279,376 – $1,393,328 |
| Units Reaching/Beating Average | 50% (5 of 10 units) |
| Royalty Rate | 5% of Gross Revenues |
| Brand Fund | Up to 2% (currently 0%) |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $241,150 – $357,800 |
| Estimated Owner Net Income | $70,000 – $115,000 |
| Disclosed Payback Period | 4.8 – 6.8 years |
| SharpSheets Rating | 7/10 |
Important attainment context: half of Qamaria’s existing units fell below the reported average gross sales figure. Therefore, prospective buyers should weight the median ($517,064) more heavily than the average ($704,020) when modeling expected performance, since the average is skewed upward by a small number of high-performing locations.
How Much Does a Qamaria Franchise Owner Make Per Year?
Qamaria’s 2025 FDD discloses gross sales data for 10 franchised units that have been operating since June 2023, reported on page 50 of Item 19. Notably, only 5 of those 10 units — exactly half — reached or exceeded the average gross sales figure, which signals meaningful performance variance across the system.
| Line Item | Disclosed / Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Sales (Disclosed) | $517,064 |
| Average Gross Sales (Disclosed) | $704,020 |
| Range — Low to High (Disclosed) | $279,376 – $1,393,328 |
| Royalty Fee (Disclosed) | 5% of Gross Revenues |
| Brand Fund (Disclosed) | Up to 2%, currently assessed at 0% |
| COGS (Estimated — Beverage Benchmark) | 25% – 32% |
| Labor (Estimated — Beverage Benchmark) | 28% – 35% |
| Rent / Occupancy (Estimated) | 10% – 15% |
| Owner Benefit, Pre-Debt Service (Estimated) | 14% – 22% |
Methodology: The following financial estimates are based on Qamaria’s disclosed Item 19 Financial Performance Representations from its 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (page 50), which report median gross sales of $517,064 and average gross sales of $704,020 across 10 franchised units operating since June 2023, with 50% attainment of the average. Royalty (5%) and brand fund (currently 0%, up to 2%) figures are also disclosed in Items 5–6. Operating cost percentages (COGS, labor, rent) are not disclosed in Item 19 and are estimated using coffee and beverage industry benchmarks, applied to the disclosed gross sales figures to model owner net income.
Based on median disclosed gross sales of $517,064, with a 5% royalty and industry-standard beverage operating costs, a Qamaria franchisee can expect owner net income of approximately $70,000–$115,000 annually before debt service.
Higher-volume units approaching the $704,020 average, or the top of the disclosed range, would see proportionally higher owner benefit.
How Much Does a Qamaria Franchise Owner Make Per Month?
| Scenario | Basis | Monthly Owner Income (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|
| Conservative | Below-median unit | $4,800 – $6,200 |
| Base Case | Median gross sales ($517,064) | $5,800 – $9,600 |
| Optimistic | Average gross sales ($704,020) | $8,200 – $13,000 |
Significantly, the gap between the conservative and optimistic scenarios reflects the same performance variance disclosed in Item 19 — half of Qamaria’s units sit below the system average. As a result, buyers should build financial models around the median figure rather than the average to avoid overstating expected income.
What Factors Affect Qamaria Franchise Owner Income?
- Location and unit maturity: All 10 disclosed units have been operating since June 2023, so the data reflects a relatively young, ramping system. Therefore, income figures may shift as units mature past their initial growth period.
- Attainment variance: With only 50% of units reaching the average, location selection and local market fit appear to materially affect outcomes within the Qamaria system.
- Brand Fund timing: The brand fund is currently assessed at 0% but disclosed as up to 2%. Consequently, owner net income could compress slightly if Qamaria activates this fee in the future.
- Owner-operator involvement: Hands-on management of labor — the largest controllable cost in a beverage concept — directly affects which side of the median-to-average range a given unit lands on.
How Does Qamaria Compare to Similar Franchises?
| Brand | Income Basis | Estimated Owner Income Range |
|---|---|---|
| Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. | Disclosed Item 19 gross sales | $70,000 – $115,000 |
| Haraz Coffee House | Industry benchmark | $60,000 – $110,000 |
| Dutch Bros | Industry benchmark | $70,000 – $150,000 |
| Biggby Coffee | Industry benchmark | $55,000 – $100,000 |
Notably, Qamaria is one of the few brands in this comparison set with disclosed gross sales data rather than a pure benchmark estimate, which gives buyers a firmer basis for due diligence — provided they account for the 50% attainment caveat.
How to Fund a Qamaria Franchise to Maximize Owner Income
At a total initial investment of $241,150–$357,800 ($281,150–$437,800 under an Area Development agreement), Qamaria sits comfortably within standard SBA 7(a) loan eligibility. Additionally, buyers with rollable retirement funds may consider a ROBS structure to reduce debt service and protect the lower end of the owner income range.
SharpSheets is building a complete funding comparison guide for franchise buyers — see our upcoming guide on how to fund a franchise at SharpSheets.io.
Is a Qamaria Franchise Worth the Investment?
Qamaria’s FDD discloses an estimated payback period of 4.8–6.8 years on a total initial investment of $241,150–$357,800. This places Qamaria in a moderate payback tier for the coffee and beverage category, where 3–6 year payback windows are typical. Buyers should treat the lower end of this range as the optimistic case, since only half of existing units have reached the system’s average gross sales figure.
For full FDD data, unit economics, and franchisee disclosure details on Qamaria, visit FranchisePayback.com/franchises/qamaria-yemeni-coffee. You can also review the complete cost and fee breakdown in our companion piece, Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. Franchise FDD, Profits & Costs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Qamaria Franchise Owner Income
What is a Qamaria franchise owner’s average income?
Qamaria’s 2025 FDD discloses median gross sales of $517,064 and average gross sales of $704,020 across 10 franchised units. Based on these figures, estimated owner net income runs approximately $70,000–$115,000 annually after royalties and operating costs.
What percentage of Qamaria units reach the average gross sales figure?
Only 50% of Qamaria’s disclosed franchised units — 5 of 10 — attained or surpassed the average gross sales figure of $704,020. This is required FTC disclosure context, and buyers should weight the median figure more heavily in their own projections.
How much does a Qamaria franchise owner make per month?
Based on median disclosed gross sales, Qamaria owners earn an estimated $5,800–$9,600 per month in a base-case scenario. Units performing closer to the average gross sales figure may see $8,200–$13,000 monthly.
What is Qamaria’s franchise royalty and brand fund structure?
Qamaria charges a 5% royalty on gross revenues. The brand fund is disclosed at up to 2% but is currently assessed at 0%, meaning franchisees are not currently paying this fee.
How much does it cost to open a Qamaria franchise?
Total initial investment for a standard Qamaria franchise ranges from $241,150 to $357,800. Under an Area Development agreement, this range increases to $281,150–$437,800.
What is the payback period for a Qamaria franchise?
Qamaria’s FDD discloses an estimated payback period of 4.8–6.8 years on a total initial investment of $241,150–$357,800. This is a moderate payback window for the coffee and beverage franchise category.
Is a Qamaria franchise profitable?
Yes, based on disclosed gross sales and standard beverage industry operating costs, Qamaria units generate an estimated 14%–22% owner benefit margin. However, the 50% attainment rate means profitability varies meaningfully by location.
Bottom Line
Qamaria franchise owners can expect $70,000–$115,000 in annual income based on disclosed median gross sales of $517,064, with a disclosed payback period of 4.8–6.8 years. Half of existing units have reached the system average, so conservative modeling around the median is the prudent approach.
— David Shawn Keener, MAA | sharpsheets.io | Last Updated: June 2026
External Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (income context) | SBA.gov (loan program details) | FTC.gov (FDD/Item 19 disclosure rules)
