Queens County, NY
$190,000
Queens County, NY
$190,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
New London County, CT
$2,600,000
Tallahassee, FL
$75,000
Miami, FL
$120,000
Bronx County, NY
$400,000
Essex County, NJ
$300,000
$2,400,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$999,999
Benton County, AR
$120,000
Texas
$831,000
Baltimore, MD
$450,000
Cedar Park, TX
$180,000
Rapid City, SD
$1
$30,000
Gulfport, MS
Norfolk City County, VA
$2,490,000
Garland, TX
$525,000
Bray Commercial
Bray Commercial, LLC
Serving Mesa County, CO
Bray Business Advisor Group powered by Bray Commercial is a mergers and acquisitions firm focused solely on the sale and acquisition of mid-market businesses located in western Colorado. We have over 40 years of experience in business transactions and business ownership. We are supported by a staff of experienced personnel and the combined resources of Bray and Company and our 75 years of service to Western Colorado businesses and residents. As the premier Business Brokerage Service in Western Colorado, we manage the full spectrum of industries.
New Hampshire
$1,100,000
Lithia Springs, GA
$399,000
Essex, MD
$319,000
Montgomery County, OH
$245,000
Knox County, TN
$200,000
Vancouver, WA
$125,000
Canandaigua, NY
$400,000
Mississauga, On, ON
$2,500,000
$30,000
Jackson, MI
Kings County, NY
$500,000
Summit County, OH
$140,000
Colorado
$6,000,000
Houston, TX
$50,000
Etobicoke, On, ON
$250,000
Kings County, NY
$230,000
Peterborough, Ontario, ON
$599,000
Orange County, CA
$175,000
Fayette County, KY
$375,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Madison County, IL
$2,392,000
$30,000
Louisville, KY
Pasco County, FL
$250,000
Passaic County, NJ
$130,000
Suffolk County, NY
$265,000
Nassau County, NY
$270,000
Westchester County, NY
$725,000
Boulder, CO
$10,000
San Marcos, CA
$375,000
Pinellas County, FL
$149,900
Gary Spiers
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
Serving Ada County, ID
-Have been selling businesses for over 20 years and enjoy working with Buyers & Sellers!
Houston, TX
$5,000
Champaign, IL
$199,999
$30,000
Mesa, AZ
Ottawa County, MI
$320,000
Indianapolis, IN
$240,000
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $581,000
San Jose, CA
$180,000
Atmore, AL
$899,000
Tampa, FL
$98,000
Charlotte, NC
$265,000
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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