Kearny, NJ
$180,000

Kearny, NJ
$180,000

Summit, NJ
$499,000
Annandale, VA
Not Disclosed
Lithia Springs, GA
$299,000
Kalamazoo County, MI
$60,000
Detroit, MI
$299,000
Brighton, MI
$350,000
Sterling Heights, MI
$475,000
Mount Morris, MI
$300,000
Milan, GA
$599,000
Trinity, TX
$85,000
St Lucie County, FL
$359,000
Roswell, GA
$397,000
Nassau County, NY
$99,999
Somerset County, NJ
$1,900,000
Essex County, NJ
$850,000
William White
Peak Commercial
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Peak Commercial delivers a full spectrum of commercial real estate services, including commercial financing, commercial insurance, and 1031 exchange services, as well as specialized investment and property management expertise. This complete integration of services, combined with our deep understanding of local, national, and international markets, positions us as a leader in facilitating all property types and sectors.
Osceola County, FL
$67,500
Framingham, MA
Not Disclosed
Norwood, MA
$125,000
Everett, WA
$149,990
Fort Lee, NJ
$550,000
Washington, DC
$350,000
Ingham County, MI
$67,500
Santa Barbara County, CA
$7,000
Monterey, CA
$800,000
New York, NY
$700,000
Nashville, TN
$99,000
Myrtle Beach, SC
$65,000
DuPage County, IL
$99,000
Winnetka, CA
$250,000
Miami, FL
$165,000
Chester, PA
$295,000
Alabama
$50,000
Glendale, AZ
$200,000
Lodi, NJ
$399,999
West Orange, NJ
$500,000
Monroe County, MI
$300,000
Cambridge, MA
$75,000
Detroit, MI
$60,000
Mays Landing, NJ
$125,000
District of Columbia, DC
$75,000
Woodland Park, NJ
$450,000
Genesee County, MI
$375,000
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
$175,000
Renee Abbs
A Business Broker Scene
Serving Horry County, SC
A Business Broker Scene Build by acquiring a Business or Real Estate Expand by acquiring a company or Real Estate Sell by Selling a company or Real Estate Knowing when and how to do that Business Broker for the MID- Sized Trade and Service Industries SC,NC,GA $1,000,00-$10,000,000
Mays Landing, NJ
$175,000
Titusville, FL
$299,900
Orange County, FL
$560,000
Lee County, FL
Not Disclosed
Miami-Dade County, FL
Not Disclosed
Osceola County, FL
$380,000
Retail businesses are crucial to the local economy, offering a wide variety of goods, including bike shops, flower shops, convenience stores, liquor stores, and clothing stores, among others. They are an excellent opportunity for small, local business owners to establish profitable enterprises while contributing to the economic health of their communities. With the ability to serve as both profitable ventures and community cornerstones, retail businesses remain a vital component of local commerce.
If you are looking to buy or sell a retail business, it helps to have some context on the market, and to understand how they are valued. Below, we have aggregated financial data from current and recent listings to provide some benchmarks on valuation and financial performance of retail businesses. All data is based on broker and business owner provided financial information.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
4,722 |
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Median Asking Price |
$300,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$133,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Retail Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.79 |
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Median |
0.56 |
2.53 |
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Upper Quartile |
0.85 |
3.50 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a retail business?
The median asking price for a retail business is approximately $300,000. However, this can vary significantly depending on the size, location, and financial performance of the store or shop.
How much do local retail business owners earn?
On average, store owners report median annual sales of $600,000 and annual owner earnings of $133,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a retail business?
Valuing a retail business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit margins, location, real estate, and market conditions. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Retail revenue multiples typically range from 0.37 to 0.85, with the median at 0.56. Earnings multiples range from 1.79 to 3.50, with the median at 2.53. These values suggest a typical local retail business will sell for around 0.56 times its annual revenue, and 2.53 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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