Franchise Territory Mapping
Franchise Territory Mapping Software
Franchise Territory Mapping Software
Franchise Territory Mapping Software
Franchise territory mapping software helps franchisors build exclusive, fair territories with accuracy and speed. Population Explorer uses updated population, POIs, and income insights to create fair boundaries, prevent overlap disputes, and export ZIP lists for FDDs. Smarter franchise mapping delivers faster growth, stronger compliance, and more profitable territories.
Franchise territory mapping software helps franchisors build exclusive, fair territories with accuracy and speed. Population Explorer uses updated population, POIs, and income insights to create fair boundaries, prevent overlap disputes, and export ZIP lists for FDDs. Smarter franchise mapping delivers faster growth, stronger compliance, and more profitable territories.
Franchise territory mapping software helps franchisors build exclusive, fair territories with accuracy and speed. Population Explorer uses updated population, POIs, and income insights to create fair boundaries, prevent overlap disputes, and export ZIP lists for FDDs. Smarter franchise mapping delivers faster growth, stronger compliance, and more profitable territories.
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Why Franchise Territory Mapping Matters
Why Franchise Territory Mapping Matters
Franchise territory mapping software helps brands define clear, FDD-ready boundaries that protect franchisees and reduce channel conflict. By sizing territories with current population and income data and drawing realistic drive-time areas instead of simple circles, you achieve fair, balanced catchments that support profitable growth.
Draw and Approve Territories in Minutes
Simple tools for defining exclusive franchise territories - no GIS training required. Compare the population density of key segments with economic strength, and identify competitors and allies in the region.
Draw and Approve Territories in Minutes
Simple tools for defining exclusive franchise territories - no GIS training required. Compare the population density of key segments with economic strength, and identify competitors and allies in the region.
Draw and Approve Territories in Minutes
Simple tools for defining exclusive franchise territories - no GIS training required. Compare the population density of key segments with economic strength, and identify competitors and allies in the region.
Current & Forecasted Population Data
Use annually updated high resolution population data, forecasts, and income layers to size markets and spot opportunities before competitors.. Cycle through historical population data to identify growth trends, and research competitor locations to locate gaps in the marketplace.
Current & Forecasted Population Data
Use annually updated high resolution population data, forecasts, and income layers to size markets and spot opportunities before competitors.. Cycle through historical population data to identify growth trends, and research competitor locations to locate gaps in the marketplace.
Current & Forecasted Population Data
Use annually updated high resolution population data, forecasts, and income layers to size markets and spot opportunities before competitors.. Cycle through historical population data to identify growth trends, and research competitor locations to locate gaps in the marketplace.
POIs & Spending Power Insights
Search for competitors and allies using our integration with Google POI databases. Create buffers around competitors and allies to quickly prioritize and sort territory opportunities.
POIs & Spending Power Insights
Search for competitors and allies using our integration with Google POI databases. Create buffers around competitors and allies to quickly prioritize and sort territory opportunities.
POIs & Spending Power Insights
Search for competitors and allies using our integration with Google POI databases. Create buffers around competitors and allies to quickly prioritize and sort territory opportunities.
Last updated
Oct 11, 2025
Population Explorer
What Our Users Are Saying
What Our Users Are Saying
What Our Users Are Saying
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
James Hathaway
PureGym - Group International Strategy and Franchising Director
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
Population Explorer let us map population hotspots against competitor locations and retail infrastructure across multiple countries, providing valuable insights into territories with ideal growth prospects.
Matt Ball
Director of Operations - Mini First Aid
5.0
Franchise Territory Mapping
We use Population Explorer to map and price fair territories for our UK franchisees. It helps us maintain a balanced network.
Anna Winters
Akros - CEO
5.0
Health Center Site Mapping
Far more precise than traditional census sources, and an intuitive platform. We can approach markets with more confidence. Highly recommend!
Alan Callaghan
Hypr Logistics - CEO
5.0
Logistics territory mapping
We use Population Explorer's detailed population density and retail concentration data to plan and route our logistics hubs. This has helped us improve coverage and operate more efficiently across the US.
Lauren Mishler
Volaire Aviation
5.0
Drone Flight-Path Mapping
Your program provides accurate and pertinent population data with minimal downtime/search time/hassle. It fits my needs perfectly while also saving time!
Pim Rijkee
MDS Traffic Planners & Consultants
5.0
Transport Corridor Mapping
We used PopEx to extract demographics in a radius around 20+ rail stations in Malaysia...the data is much more accurate than available census data. We saved 2-3 weeks of project time...
Stuart B
Mining and mineral exploration consultant
5.0
Site Selection
Population Explorer gives us quick insights into potential markets that we wold otherwise have to manually calculate over dozens of hours per project!
Frequently Asked Use Cases
Frequently Asked Use Cases
Frequently Asked Use Cases
How franchise territory mapping works in practice
Territory mapping can be managed in-house without long consultant cycles. In Population Explorer, franchisors typically follow three steps:
Define or import boundaries - Draw new territories or upload existing files for review.
Layer in population, income, and POIs - Combine LandScan and WorldPop population models with household income layers and Google Places points of interest to see demand drivers (schools, retail, health facilities).
Export for operational use - Produce ZIP lists, shapefiles, and reports that can be incorporated into Franchise Disclosure documents and internal systems.
Related how-tos: How to Create a Sales Territory Map and How to Measure Population Near a Site.
FAQs every franchisor asks
How does mapping prevent disputes?
Our platform allows you to establish clear, exclusive boundaries based on current data reduce overlap between franchisees and lower legal exposure.
What kind of data powers the maps?
Population Explorer uses LandScan and WorldPop (updated annually). Income layers and Google Places add economic and location context. See Census Data vs LandScan vs WorldPop.
Can I use the outputs in disclosure documents?
Yes. The platform generates ZIP code lists, shapefiles, and formatted exports. If you need to bring in external shapes or markers, see Importing KML and KMZ Files and Working with Marker Files.
How scalable is it?
Whether managing a small set of territories or an expanding network, recalculation and rebalancing are fast and repeatable.
Is it only for franchisors?
No. Franchisees use the platform to evaluate territory potential, compare locations, and benchmark nearby markets. Applications include humanitarian response, sales territory mapping, telecom site mapping and more.
Does it work outside the U.S.?
Yes. Global coverage via LandScan and WorldPop supports cross-border expansion.
How current is the data compared to census resellers?
Census releases can lag by years. Population Explorer updates annually and incorporates forecasts so territories align with present-day demographics.
Why census data falls short for franchise mapping
Decennial census tables can misrepresent where people actually live and work today. Fast-growing suburbs may appear underpopulated; aging areas can look more promising than they are. This leads to uneven territories and inconsistent performance.
Population Explorer reduces this risk by relying on LandScan and WorldPop annual updates and forward-looking projections. For deeper detail on coverage and when each source is most useful, see LandScan deep dive: what it is and when to use it and How to Identify Population Trends.
The self-serve alternative to consultant reports
Agility - Adjust boundaries and re-run calculations as markets change.
Cost efficiency - Reduce repeated external project spend.
Precision - Territories reflect LandScan, WorldPop, and Google Places data rather than dated tables.
If you need to bring customer or location lists into the map for context, see Importing CRM Accounts and Importing KML and KMZ Files.
Comparing Population Explorer with other approaches
Census-based resellers - May rely on data that is 5-10 years old.
Consultant-driven PDFs - Static deliverables that are costly to refresh.
Niche SaaS tools - Often limited to U.S. coverage or a single data source.
Population Explorer combines global LandScan and WorldPop coverage, Google Places integration, and flexible exports in one workflow. For a related use case, see Food & Beverage Franchise Mapping. Read more about how our platform is different from competitors.
How franchise territory mapping works in practice
Territory mapping can be managed in-house without long consultant cycles. In Population Explorer, franchisors typically follow three steps:
Define or import boundaries - Draw new territories or upload existing files for review.
Layer in population, income, and POIs - Combine LandScan and WorldPop population models with household income layers and Google Places points of interest to see demand drivers (schools, retail, health facilities).
Export for operational use - Produce ZIP lists, shapefiles, and reports that can be incorporated into Franchise Disclosure documents and internal systems.
Related how-tos: How to Create a Sales Territory Map and How to Measure Population Near a Site.
FAQs every franchisor asks
How does mapping prevent disputes?
Our platform allows you to establish clear, exclusive boundaries based on current data reduce overlap between franchisees and lower legal exposure.
What kind of data powers the maps?
Population Explorer uses LandScan and WorldPop (updated annually). Income layers and Google Places add economic and location context. See Census Data vs LandScan vs WorldPop.
Can I use the outputs in disclosure documents?
Yes. The platform generates ZIP code lists, shapefiles, and formatted exports. If you need to bring in external shapes or markers, see Importing KML and KMZ Files and Working with Marker Files.
How scalable is it?
Whether managing a small set of territories or an expanding network, recalculation and rebalancing are fast and repeatable.
Is it only for franchisors?
No. Franchisees use the platform to evaluate territory potential, compare locations, and benchmark nearby markets. Applications include humanitarian response, sales territory mapping, telecom site mapping and more.
Does it work outside the U.S.?
Yes. Global coverage via LandScan and WorldPop supports cross-border expansion.
How current is the data compared to census resellers?
Census releases can lag by years. Population Explorer updates annually and incorporates forecasts so territories align with present-day demographics.
Why census data falls short for franchise mapping
Decennial census tables can misrepresent where people actually live and work today. Fast-growing suburbs may appear underpopulated; aging areas can look more promising than they are. This leads to uneven territories and inconsistent performance.
Population Explorer reduces this risk by relying on LandScan and WorldPop annual updates and forward-looking projections. For deeper detail on coverage and when each source is most useful, see LandScan deep dive: what it is and when to use it and How to Identify Population Trends.
The self-serve alternative to consultant reports
Agility - Adjust boundaries and re-run calculations as markets change.
Cost efficiency - Reduce repeated external project spend.
Precision - Territories reflect LandScan, WorldPop, and Google Places data rather than dated tables.
If you need to bring customer or location lists into the map for context, see Importing CRM Accounts and Importing KML and KMZ Files.
Comparing Population Explorer with other approaches
Census-based resellers - May rely on data that is 5-10 years old.
Consultant-driven PDFs - Static deliverables that are costly to refresh.
Niche SaaS tools - Often limited to U.S. coverage or a single data source.
Population Explorer combines global LandScan and WorldPop coverage, Google Places integration, and flexible exports in one workflow. For a related use case, see Food & Beverage Franchise Mapping. Read more about how our platform is different from competitors.
How franchise territory mapping works in practice
Territory mapping can be managed in-house without long consultant cycles. In Population Explorer, franchisors typically follow three steps:
Define or import boundaries - Draw new territories or upload existing files for review.
Layer in population, income, and POIs - Combine LandScan and WorldPop population models with household income layers and Google Places points of interest to see demand drivers (schools, retail, health facilities).
Export for operational use - Produce ZIP lists, shapefiles, and reports that can be incorporated into Franchise Disclosure documents and internal systems.
Related how-tos: How to Create a Sales Territory Map and How to Measure Population Near a Site.
FAQs every franchisor asks
How does mapping prevent disputes?
Our platform allows you to establish clear, exclusive boundaries based on current data reduce overlap between franchisees and lower legal exposure.
What kind of data powers the maps?
Population Explorer uses LandScan and WorldPop (updated annually). Income layers and Google Places add economic and location context. See Census Data vs LandScan vs WorldPop.
Can I use the outputs in disclosure documents?
Yes. The platform generates ZIP code lists, shapefiles, and formatted exports. If you need to bring in external shapes or markers, see Importing KML and KMZ Files and Working with Marker Files.
How scalable is it?
Whether managing a small set of territories or an expanding network, recalculation and rebalancing are fast and repeatable.
Is it only for franchisors?
No. Franchisees use the platform to evaluate territory potential, compare locations, and benchmark nearby markets. Applications include humanitarian response, sales territory mapping, telecom site mapping and more.
Does it work outside the U.S.?
Yes. Global coverage via LandScan and WorldPop supports cross-border expansion.
How current is the data compared to census resellers?
Census releases can lag by years. Population Explorer updates annually and incorporates forecasts so territories align with present-day demographics.
Why census data falls short for franchise mapping
Decennial census tables can misrepresent where people actually live and work today. Fast-growing suburbs may appear underpopulated; aging areas can look more promising than they are. This leads to uneven territories and inconsistent performance.
Population Explorer reduces this risk by relying on LandScan and WorldPop annual updates and forward-looking projections. For deeper detail on coverage and when each source is most useful, see LandScan deep dive: what it is and when to use it and How to Identify Population Trends.
The self-serve alternative to consultant reports
Agility - Adjust boundaries and re-run calculations as markets change.
Cost efficiency - Reduce repeated external project spend.
Precision - Territories reflect LandScan, WorldPop, and Google Places data rather than dated tables.
If you need to bring customer or location lists into the map for context, see Importing CRM Accounts and Importing KML and KMZ Files.
Comparing Population Explorer with other approaches
Census-based resellers - May rely on data that is 5-10 years old.
Consultant-driven PDFs - Static deliverables that are costly to refresh.
Niche SaaS tools - Often limited to U.S. coverage or a single data source.
Population Explorer combines global LandScan and WorldPop coverage, Google Places integration, and flexible exports in one workflow. For a related use case, see Food & Beverage Franchise Mapping. Read more about how our platform is different from competitors.
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