Riverside County, CA
$96,000

Riverside County, CA
$96,000

Sacramento, CA
$340,000

Rialto, CA
$1,600,000

Pacheco, CA
$150,000
San Mateo County, CA
$400,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$598,000
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $2,748,000
San Francisco, CA
$8,500,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$48,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$296,000
Available Nationwide
$49,500
San Diego County, CA
$213,600
Orange County, CA
$69,500
$8,500,000
Ontario, CA
Solano County, CA
$94,200
Long Beach, CA
$490,000
Darrin Davenport
Common Ground Business Brokers
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Common Ground Business Brokers is a California wide business brokerage with offices throughout the state. We utilize the Regus office network are able to meet in person virtually anywhere in California. We have been operating for over 15 years and have helped hundreds of buyers and sellers through the sales process. We are long term members of the California Association of Business Brokers and International Business Broker Association. Our Broker of Record, Darrin M. Davenport, is certified as a Certified Business Broker and a Master Certified Business Intermediary.
South Gate, CA
$1,250,000
San Diego, CA
$1,210,000
Fontana, CA
$350,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$1,500,000
Fresno, CA
$65,000
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Alameda County, CA
$120,000
Orange County, CA
$429,000
$1,095,000
Bloomington, CA
California
$9,500,000
Kelseyville, CA
$250,000
San Diego County, CA
$220,000
Daly City, CA
$99,000
Chatsworth, CA
$600,000
Stanislaus County, CA
$600,000
San Diego County, CA
$120,000
Available in California
$60,000
Windsor, CA
$1,100,000
Oxnard, CA
$115,000
$200,000
San Diego County, CA
California
$45,000,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$250,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
California
$399,000
Orange County, CA
$8,000,000
Riverside, CA
$550,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$650,000
San Diego, CA
$159,999
Chandler J. Kelley
The Gas Broker™
Serving Orange County, CA
The Gas Broker™ is ranked #1 as California's top Sales Brokerage in Gas Station & Convenience Store Assets for 2022 & 2023 (CoStar). Specializing in the sale of gas station businesses and commercial real estate assets, our team has firmly established itself as the leading brokerage in the retail petroleum and convenience store sector. The Gas Broker™ prides itself on making intricate gas station transactions remarkably straightforward for its clients. The Gas Broker's success is driven by a team of seasoned professionals who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Their in-depth knowledge of the California market, combined with a proactive and client-centric approach, has resulted in a consistent track record of achieving top-tier results. The Gas Broker™ accommodates to the needs of both large corporations and smaller, independently owned establishments. The company's commitment to simplifying complex transactions and delivering optimal value to its clients underscores its leadership in the gas station marketplace.
San Bernardino County, CA
$216,000
Carson, CA
$895,000
$50,000
Beverly Hills, CA
San Joaquin County, CA
$350,000
Orange County, CA
$950,000
Available in California
$150,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$450,000
Stanislaus County, CA
$600,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,600,000
Sacramento County, CA
$103,200
Temecula, CA
$100,000
California
$350,000
Los Angeles, CA
$650,000
Anaheim, CA
$160,000
Fresno, CA
$779,900
Available Nationwide
$75,000
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of California service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
423 |
|
Median Asking Price |
$322,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$400,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$136,896 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.52 |
1.76 |
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Median |
0.80 |
2.58 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.18 |
3.47 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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