Spirit Lake, IA
The sign business is an essential service always needed. Exceptional creative work life, making identity graphics products, variety, including auto graphics filled with profitable opportunities, much...
Spirit Lake, IA
The sign business is an essential service always needed. Exceptional creative work life, making identity graphics products, variety, including auto graphics filled with profitable opportunities, much...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Androscoggin County, ME
Our company designs and manufactures high-power Microwave and RF Equipment, Systems and Antennas for Industrial, Military and Broadcast Applications....
$1,850,000
Milpitas, CA
Turnkey Boba Milk Tea Shop in Prime High-Traffic Location! An incredible opportunity to own a well-established and fully operational boba milk tea shop with a loyal customer base and strong local...
$290,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Manufacturer of hand tools used in the paving construction industry. Most sales are wholesale to retailers and paving contractor companies throughout the USA. The tools are very low tech, but high...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Baltimore County, MD
Reputable and well-established Large Format printing company with a strong base of repeat B2B clients. Clients include major commercial real estate firms, health care systems, educational...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $190,000
Wake County, NC
Reputable and well-established Large Format print company with a strong base of B2B clients including top-tier brands. We have completed large projects all over the Country and continue to grow our...
$2,900,000
Cash Flow: $660,000
Elk Grove Village, IL
What makes this woodworking business stand out is its fully equipped 3,580 sq ft facility with professional-grade tools and machinery, organized for efficient workflow and ready for immediate...
$150,000
New York
Established LED Lighting Equipment Manufacturer specializing in hazardous location applications with global market reach. This niche manufacturing business has operated successfully for over 12 years...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $227,000
Lewisville, TX
High-value locations are available in one of the fastest-growing areas of the country. One site is in Dallas, near the Galleria, while the other is in The Colony, close to Grandscape. Both are fully...
$185,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Mesa, AZ
Established artisan salsa business operating since 2019 with proven profitability and strong market presence in the Phoenix metro area. This turn-key operation generates $66,000 in annual revenue with...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $9,000
Baltimore, MD
This is an existing business and we are selling because we plan to relocate, we have alot packaged inside the inventory that is up for grabs, buyer might have to come in and check. What you get for...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $240,000
San Antonio, TX
This aircraft detailing business provides high-quality cleaning and maintenance services to private, corporate, and commercial aviation clients. Specializing in exterior washes, interior deep...
$418,000
Cash Flow: $401,000
Suffolk County, NY
Unlimited Opportunity in this fabrication business that serves the medical, foodservice,optical, marijuana, military, pharmaceutical, engineering and electronics industries. 25 years plus fabricating...
$790,000
$2,300,000
Florida
Wisconsin
Excellent CNC Machine Shop for Sale in Northeastern, WI. This opportunity comes with extensive CNC Machining capabilities, designed to meet a wide range of manufacturing demands. Their seasoned team...
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Chicago, IL
Rolling Steel Service Door/UL Labeled Fire Door Mnaufacturer/Distributor & Repair Service Company FOR SALE. Includes: All Equipment/Machinery OEM Inventory OEM Engineering Software U.L. Laboratories...
$2,300,000
Alpesh Jayswal
Transworld Business Advisors of St. Charles
Serving Kane County, IL
As a Managing Broker with Transworld Business Advisors, we help our clients buy and sell businesses every day. Every broker that is part of our team completes a full business brokerage training course and certification program. We understand that the task of buying or selling a business can be overwhelming without the proper guidance and skills. Over the years, we have helped many companies around the world with the buying and selling process ensuring our client’s confidentiality every step of the way. Our goal is to make the process as smooth as possible for both sides by relying on our global network of experienced business advisors.
Illinois
Well-established, independent, digital and offset printing company with deep roots in the surrounding area. Reason for Selling: Retirement. Please describe your business background and why this...
$330,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
This company specializes in manufacturing precision, close tolerance, highly critical components made on computerized lathes. These high-quality, precision parts are sold to a variety of OEM...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $272,000
This is an industry-leading manufacturer of filling and bagging packaging systems for both small and large manufacturers. Its solutions are designed with simplicity, high quality, and are made to be...
$7,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,090,000
Denton County, TX
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly reputable signage and graphics company with over 30 years of consistent service. Founded in 1993, this business has become a trusted resource...
$350,000
Fulton County, GA
This is a well established wholesale bakery that has been operating successfully for well over a decade. Great wholesale customers include retails shops, hotels and other resellers. Products include...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $195,497
Duval County, FL
Custom apparel company offering award-winning decoration services for custom t-shirts, hoodies, caps, and promotional products. Trademark agreements with the U.S. Navy are in place and the company is...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $344,957
Cook County, IL
For over 30 years, this business has been the go-to destination for high-quality customization of NHL and MLB jerseys. Specializing in applying player names, numbers, and patches, the business has...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $123,000
Company that has been selling medical devices for 35+ years into different verticals. Company has very strong history and tradition with multiple companies for sale within this listing. Multiple...
$18,000,000
$675,000
Palm Beach County, FL
Palm Beach County, FL
This business combines a shoe retail store, a complete therapeutic shoe store, an orthotic manufacturing facility, and a shoe repair shop. It provides service to the general public and to customers...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $115,307
Raleigh, NC
UNDER CONTRACT Custom Furniture Manufacturer serving business and government clients. Great reputation for functional and quality pieces. Skilled staff with a principle willing to stay on for a period...
$762,000
Cash Flow: $349,298
Pasadena, CA
Hello! If you are looking to purchase a business that makes around $75,000 take home revenue per year with only one employee then this is the buy for you. Noe's Academy tailor shop sits on busy and...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Maryville, TN
This Company is an established and well respected Industrial and Agricultural replacement parts Stockist and Distributor. It has been in business for over 28 years and represents many of the world's...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $92,000
Sunrise, FL
ESTABLISHED WOOD ACCESSORIES PRINTING BUSINESS - LASER & COLOR PRINT This profitable wood accessories printing business has been successfully operating since 2017, specializing in custom laser...
$215,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
WildFire Coffee Company is an established mobile and online coffee business combining event services with e-commerce operations. Founded in 2023, this home-based enterprise has built a solid...
$59,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Richmond County, GA
An exceptional opportunity awaits with the sale of a long-standing and highly reputable metal fabrication manufacturing company in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). Founded in 1989, this...
$380,000
Cash Flow: $119,617
Cabinets, Counter tops, Floors, Outdoor kitchens, and much more are involved in this business. Possibilities are endless....
$800,000
Cash Flow: $185,000
Fishers, IN
Detail Doctors has been my passion for nearly three years, and during this time, it has experienced not only steady growth but also impressive, exponential success. From 2023 to 2024, the business saw...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $60,877
Colorado
Unique opportunity to acquire a bike portfolio company with well known Made in USA brands with dedicated employees and contractors. All frames are hand fabricated in Colorado and are well known brands...
$750,000
Macomb County, MI
Fulton County, GA
We are a custom lampshade business based in Georgia, offering handcrafted lighting solutions that blend artistry with functionality. Established with a passion for design and a commitment to quality,...
$95,000
Oshawa, ON
Are you passionate about brand development and looking for an opportunity that aligns with your values and business objectives? Our line of Eco-Friendly cleaning products is what you're looking for!...
$350,000
Huntsville, AL
UNDER CONTRACT! Based in Northern Alabama, this electrical assembly business supports a wide variety of industries—from large corporations outsourcing their assembly work to small businesses that want...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $173,000
Placentia, CA
Privately held contract manufacturer specializing in dietary supplements and over-the-counter (OTC) drug products for both human and veterinary markets. Established in 1999 and based in Placentia,...
$4,000,000
Cash Flow: $569,594
Van Nuys, CA
This well-established manufacturer has been delivering high-quality custom wood cabinets, millwork, and finish carpentry for over two decades, serving both residential and commercial high-end...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
Miami, FL
This business includes $106,000 in high-quality, owned signage and large-format printing equipment, all purchased new within the past two years. In addition to the asset base, the business generated...
$129,999
Cash Flow: $22,199
San Diego County, CA
Based in Vista, California (San Diego County), this profitable, stable, and turnkey contract manufacturer and e-commerce retailer has been helping clients develop their healthcare supplement visions...
$668,000
Cash Flow: $182,616
San Diego, CA
Since 1984, this local screen printing and embroidery business has been a go-to destination for individuals and businesses seeking high quality screening, embroidery, signs and decals (including...
$220,000
Cash Flow: $55,220
Steve Shelton
Better Homes & Gardens The Masiello Group
Serving Hancock County, ME
Full service real estate offices in Ellsworth and Bar Harbor with properties for sale and for lease. 39 agents to serve all towns in Hancock and Washington Counties
Atlanta, GA
Established in 2004, the Company has been servicing the Atlanta area for 21 years. Specializing in B2B customers, the Company is committed to customer service and producing print and scanning...
$614,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
San Marcos, CA
Established in 2008 Stud Bar Pull Up Bar has grossed over 5 million dollars in sales during that period maintains a reputation in the fitness industry as a gym quality pull up bar for your home. Stud...
$210,000
Cash Flow: $60
$1,150,000
Florida
Berrien County, MI
A long-standing, highly reputable precision manufacturing company in the Midwest is now available for acquisition due to the owner’s planned retirement. This business specializes in the design,...
$2,200,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Reno, NV
Very well-established manufacturing company located in Northern Nevada....
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $984,000
Durango, CO
Up for sale is 2 operating locations in Southern Colorado. One is located in Ignacio Colorado and the other is located in Durango Colorado. The Ignacio store Real Estate can also be purchased through...
$600,000
Salt Lake City, UT
The business is a manufacturer of pistol control systems which are accessories for pistols to increase stability, enhance accuracy, and transform a handgun into an effective carbine. The product was...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $333,900
Houston, TX
CNC Alpha Services, LLC specializes in complete machine repairs and maintenance of CNC machines, focusing on spindle rebuilds and bearing replacements. The company offers services such as preventive...
$400,000
Stanislaus County, CA
Established in 1995, the Company has been servicing the middle of the Central Valley, CA and surrounding area for 30 years. Specializing in B2B customers, the Company provides a wide array of services...
$649,000
Cash Flow: $267,000
Denver, CO
ESTABLISHED JEWELRY DESIGN BUSINESS - TURNKEY OPPORTUNITY This profitable jewelry design business has been successfully operating since 2003, offering an exceptional opportunity for creative...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Companies that "make something" are always in demand, and U.S. manufacturing is growing, despite the decades long march towards offshore production. Some of the most popular categories include:
The manufacturing sector is resilient, and less affected by broader market trends. Asking prices and valuations have been steady through the pandemic years and continually command an average valuation multiple of 3 times seller earnings.
Whether you are considering buying or selling a manufacturing business, having some context is important for evaluating individual businesses relative to the market. To that end, we have aggregated business for sale listing data of manufacturing businesses, and surface key financial metrics and valuation multiples based on asking prices.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
2,194 |
Median Asking Price |
$628,317 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$939,301 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$213,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Manufacturing Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.50 |
2.40 |
Median |
0.75 |
3.12 |
Upper Quartile |
1.10 |
4.23 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Manufacturing Business Valuation Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a manufacturing business?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for a manufacturing business is $628,317.
How much do manufacturing business owners earn?
Manufacturing business owners report median annual sales of $939,301 and annual owner earnings of $213,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a manufacturing business?
Valuing a manufacturing business involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. 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 among manufacturing businesses listed for sale range from 0.50 to 1.10, with the median at 0.75. Earnings multiples range from 2.40 to 4.23, with the median at 3.12. These values suggest a typical manufacturing business in the U.S. may sell for around 0.75 times its annual revenue, and 3.12 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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