Columbus, GA
$150,000
Columbus, GA
$150,000

Leominster, MA
Not Disclosed

Madisonville, KY
$299,000

Sylacauga, AL
Not Disclosed
Taylor, MI
$1,500,000
Chicago, IL
$3,500,000
La Veta, CO
$799,000
Kelowna, BC
Not Disclosed
Montgomery, TX
$950,000
Nolan County, TX
$1,000,000
Atlanta, GA
Not Disclosed
Jacksonville, FL
$79,000
Bay City, TX
$258,000
Orange, VA
$175,000
Canton, OH
$185,000
Redford Twp, MI
$849,000
Jason Brooks
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Naples, Sarasota and Ft. Myers
Serving Collier County, FL
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Naples, Fort Myers & Sarasota, markets businesses for sale in Florida and around the U.S. We specialize in the following industries: Manufacturing Industrial Businesses Distribution & Routes Construction related SAAS and other Software Service Industries Medical Internet/Ecommerce Related businesses Larger Restaurants Hospitality and Tourism We have convenient offices in Collier, Lee & Sarasota Counties serving all of S.W. Florida and over 1,000 Sunbelt Business Brokers in 200 offices around the country to assist us with our transactions. All discussions are kept strictly confidential. Call today and make an appointment for your FREE consultation 239-849-9334
Green Bay, WI
$595,000
Pleasant Valley, NY
$375,000
Pasadena, TX
$1,800,000
Lake County, IL
$799,000
Cumming, GA
$611,500
Hebo, OR
$599,000
Mount Pleasant, MI
$699,999
Gaylord, MI
$399,999
Battle Creek, MI
Not Disclosed
California
Not Disclosed
Kitsap County, WA
$1,000,000
Wayne County, MI
$780,000
Palmer, MA
$445,900
Kern County, CA
$4,500,000
Estes Park, CO
$1,111,000
Miami, FL
$2,500,000
Rye, NY
$5,000,000
Decatur, AL
$1,495,000
Minneapolis, MN
$850,000
Kelowna, BC
Not Disclosed
Kelowna, BC
Not Disclosed
Kelowna, BC
Not Disclosed
Tarrytown, NY
$200,000
Phillips, WI
$375,000
Phillips, WI
$115,000
Apache Junction, AZ
$1,500,000
Cody, WY
$1,350,000
Waukesha, WI
Not Disclosed
Sung Oh
Q Star Seattle Realty
Serving King County, WA
Garland, TX
Not Disclosed
Glendale, OH
$830,000
Chandler, OK
$4,990,000
Minnesota
$1,750,000
Moorestown, NJ
$795,000
California
Not Disclosed
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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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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