Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 announced

The 2026 Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 has arrived, measuring brands on unit growth, financial strength, stability and brand power — metrics that help prospective franchisees compare opportunities across industries.

Check out a few pest control companies to rank in the Top 500:

Pest Authority: Pest Authority, a broader pest-control franchise covering insects, rodents and nuisance pests beyond just mosquitoes, made the Franchise 500 in 2026 — landing at No. 250. Founded in 2011, it has expanded rapidly, demonstrating strong unit growth (nearly a 100 percent increase over three years) and offering relatively accessible investment levels.

Mosquito Joe: An established outdoor pest control franchise, Mosquito Joe focuses on eliminating mosquitoes, ticks and fleas for both residential and commercial customers. Founded in 2012 and now part of the Neighborly family of home-service brands, the company has grown to over 400 locations across the U.S. In the 2026 Franchise 500, Mosquito Joe appeared at No. 387, an indication of its ongoing presence among top franchise opportunities nationwide.

Mosquito Shield: Mosquito Shield stands out as one of the fastest-rising pest control franchises in the category. The brand has been named the No. 1 pest control franchise by Entrepreneur and continues to receive strong placement in the Franchise 500, most recently ranked around No. 269 for 2026. It offers mosquito and tick mitigation services with a growing footprint in dozens of territories, backed by a platform of systems and operational support geared toward franchisee success.

Mosquito Authority: While slightly lower in the 2026 rankings at No. 391, Mosquito Authority is a recognized player in mosquito and pest elimination services, with hundreds of units in operation. Its services focus on customer comfort and safety, using a range of control methods and an established support system for franchisees.

Other pest control companies recognized

While not ranked in the Top 500, 25 other pest control companies are recognized on the Entrepreneur site under the pest control category. Check them out here.

Together, these franchises illustrate how the pest control segment continues to carve out a presence within the broader Franchise 500, offering opportunities for investors interested in home-service, recurring revenue models and communities’ growing demand for outdoor comfort solutions.