Dunkin Donuts Statistics and Facts for 2024

Last Updated on: January 6th, 2024



Here are a few of the most interesting Dunkin Donuts statistics and facts I was able to dig up including restaurant count, revenue totals and employee counts. As always, be sure to check back in the future as I will be updating this post as new and updated stats become available.



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Dunkin Donuts Facts

Here is pretty much everything you ever wanted to know about Dunkin Donuts.


Dunkin Donuts statistics revenue totals restaurant count facts 2023Dunkin Donuts’ slogan is “America Runs on Dunkins.” That saying could not be any truer in the case of DMR. Having a 70+ hour a week day job, a 3-4 hour daily commute, this website and a 11-year-old is a pretty big haul. Thankfully, I have my trusted Dunks app and a restaurant literally on every corner near my office in Boston. I shudder to think about how much I spend at Dunkin Donuts annually.

Dunkin Donuts Fun Facts:

These factoids highlight the rich history, global presence, and evolving nature of Dunkin’ Donuts, making it an interesting subject for your article.

  1. Origins of the Name: When the chain was founded in 1950, it was originally called “Open Kettle.” In 1955, it adopted the name “Dunkin’ Donuts” to reflect its focus on both coffee and doughnuts.
  2. America Runs on Dunkin’: The iconic slogan “America Runs on Dunkin'” was introduced in 2006. It emphasizes the brand’s commitment to providing not only doughnuts but also a wide range of beverages to fuel people’s daily routines.
  3. Coffee Dominance: While doughnuts remain a staple, Dunkin’ Donuts is also renowned for its coffee. The brand serves over 1.9 billion cups of coffee annually, making it one of the largest coffee chains in the world.
  4. Global Presence: Dunkin’ Donuts has expanded far beyond American borders. With more than 12,000 locations in 36 countries, the brand’s distinctive pink and orange logo is recognized worldwide.
  5. DD Perks Rewards Program: The DD Perks loyalty program offers customers rewards and special offers for their purchases. This program encourages repeat business and engagement with the brand.
  6. Doughnut Varieties: Dunkin’ Donuts is known for its diverse doughnut selection. From classic glazed to creative flavors like Boston Kreme and Jelly-Filled, the brand offers a variety to suit every palate.
  7. Change to Dunkin’: In 2018, Dunkin’ Donuts announced that it would officially be rebranding as “Dunkin’,” reflecting its focus on beverages and becoming a more inclusive brand beyond just doughnuts.
  8. National Doughnut Day: Dunkin’ Donuts celebrates National Doughnut Day, which falls on the first Friday of June each year, by offering free doughnuts to customers who purchase beverages.
  9. Flavor Innovation: The brand is known for introducing new and innovative flavors regularly. Seasonal offerings and collaborations, like the Girl Scout Cookie-inspired flavors, keep customers excited and engaged.
  10. Evolving Menu: Dunkin’ continuously adapts its menu to cater to changing consumer preferences. In recent years, it has introduced plant-based options, such as Beyond Sausage Breakfast Sandwiches, to cater to a wider range of diets.

Dunkin Donuts Restaurant Count

Number of Dunkin Donuts restaurants:

13,200 restaurants (2022)


How many Dunkin Donuts are there in the US:

8,500 restaurants (2018)


Number of states Dunkin Donuts has restaurants in in the US:

41 states (2018)


Number of international Dunkin Donuts restaurants:

3,200 (2018)


Number of countries Dunkin Donuts operates in:

38 countries (2022)


Dunkin Donuts Employee Count

Dunkin Donuts number of employees:

250,000 employees

Last updated 12/15/22


Dunkin Donuts Revenue Totals

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Additional Dunkin Donuts Statistics

Number of varieties of donuts offered at Dunkin Donuts:

50+ (2018)


Number of daily Dunkin Donuts customers:

3 million customers per day (2018)


Number of Dunkin Donuts distribution points:

19,000 (2016)


Percentage of Dunkin Donuts restaurants that are franchised:

Nearly 100% (2016)



Number of Dunkin Donuts Perks rewards program members:

6.6 million members (2018)


Number of Dunkin Donuts K-Cup pods sold from May-December 2015:

150 million


Increase in cups of coffee sold at Dunkin Donuts from 2014-2015:

360 million more cups of coffee


Number of downloads of the Dunkin Donuts app:

3.1 million downloads


Dunkin Donuts’ long term goal for number of restaurants in the US:

17,000+ restaurants (2016)


Average number of iced and hot coffees sold annually at Dunkin Donuts:

2 billion cups (2018)


Please note that some of these numbers are easier to find than others. A few of these Dunkin Donuts statistics come from their own reports, but some are based on news reports and not official company tallies. No information contained on DMR should be relied upon to make investment decisions. Basically, this is the best I can find and I don’t guarantee anything to be 100%.


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