Rock Island County, IL
$625,000
Rock Island County, IL
$625,000
Okatie, SC
$120,000
Birmingham, AL
$75,000
Gregg County, TX
$157,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Louisiana
$1,500,000
Raleigh, NC
$75,000
Kenner, LA
$65,000
Jefferson County, OR
$1,950,000
New Jersey
$4,700,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Washington
$3,890,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Iowa
$2,078,500
Wilkes Barre, PA
$60,000
Scranton, PA
$1,500,000
Long Beach Township, NJ
$75,000
Broward County, FL
$255,000
New Haven County, CT
$650,000
Kelly Franko
Elite Collaborative
Serving Lee County, AL
At Elite Collaborative we bring experience, expertise, and heart to the business brokerage world. As a team of dedicated and experienced brokers, we specialize in guiding entrepreneurs through the buying and selling of businesses of all magnitudes, from modest four-figure revenues to thriving multimillion-dollar enterprises. So what sets us apart? We have been where you are! We know what it's like to pour heart and soul into your business and Elite is here to help you make the next chapter a success, whether that's selling your business or finding your dream opportunity.
Akron, OH
$48,000
Old Bridge, NJ
$299,999
Watertown, CT
$14,500
Wilkes Barre, PA
$60,000
Denton County, TX
$220,000
Norfolk County, MA
$575,000
Tempe, AZ
$58,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
East Brookfield, MA
$500,000
Clarence, NY
$349,000
Belvidere, NJ
$120,000
Brevard County, FL
$400,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Atlanta, GA
$2,200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oakwood, GA
$6,200,000
Worcester County, MA
$599,000
Worcester County, MA
$899,000
Sunrise, FL
$189,000
Kalamazoo, MI
$344,999
Kokomo, IN
$95,000
Apison, FL
$875,000
Gulf Breeze, FL
$1,100,000
Fort Myers, FL
$250,000
San Francisco, CA
$50,000
Van Nuys, CA
$400,000
Los Angeles, CA
$199,000
North Carolina
$4,200,000
Bozeman, MT
$950,000
Fairfax, VA
$3,700,000
Washington, DC
$2,500,000
DAVID MUSSARI
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional Realty
Serving Hamilton County, OH
We are a full service Real Estate Brokerage servicing our clients throughout Ohio, Northern Kentucky, Parkersburg, WV and Erie, Pennsylvania. Our expertise includes working with buyers and sellers of residential homes and commercial real estate. We also offer leasing services, tenant representation, business brokerage, and property management. We are a proud affiliate of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices network that pride ourselves in outstanding customer service.
Union City, OH
$10,800
Manteo, NC
$99,500
$20,000
Sullivan County, IN
$699,000
Fort Lee, NJ
$550,000
Los Angeles, CA
$25,000
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
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
4,722 |
Median Asking Price |
$300,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$133,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Retail Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.79 |
Median |
0.56 |
2.53 |
Upper Quartile |
0.85 |
3.50 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
Retail Business Industry Valuation Report
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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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