How to Start a Vending Machine Business with just $2k (2026 Guide)

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In this video, I break down exactly how one operator built a $360K/year vending route in 12 months—and the realistic path to get there yourself.

🎯 What you’ll learn:
▪ Why vending is a $25B+ fragmented market with no dominant players (and what that means for you)
▪ The 4-level entry framework: $0 → $2K → $10K → $50K+
▪ How operators are making $200-$500/month per machine (and which locations actually deliver)
▪ The highest-ROI location strategy (hint: it’s not cold calling)
▪ Real startup costs, machine sources, and profit margins

📊 Key stats covered:
▪ US vending market: $25B+ with 5M+ machines
▪ Average machine revenue: $300-$600/month
▪ Used machines: $1,000-$2,500 (not $5K+ new)
▪ Industry profit margins: 20-40%

📚 Resources mentioned:
▪ LaunchRight Canvas framework: https://chrismc.com/launchright
▪ Used vending machine sources
▪ Location scouting strategies
▪ Route optimization tools

💡 About this research:
This video synthesizes insights from 30+ sources including operator interviews, industry market reports, equipment supplier data, and financial analyses. All numbers verified from multiple sources where possible.
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