Queens, NY
$1,300,000
Queens, NY
$1,300,000
Cincinnati, OH
$220,000
Roopville, GA
$899,000
Harrison County, MS
$299,000
Rochester, NY
$200,000
Cook County, IL
$850,000
Washtenaw County, MI
$725,000
Macoupin County, IL
$350,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wood Dale, IL
$999,950
Kankakee County, IL
$1,150,000
Milwaukee County, WI
$1,600,000
Lake County, IL
$850,000
Cook County, IL
$750,000
$450,000
Chelan County, WA
Delaware County, IN
$295,000
Delaware County, IN
$1,400,000
Anthony Wright, MBA
BBC Pacific Northwest, LLC
Serving Clackamas County, OR
We Mean Business as in Business Brokerage. A successful business needs an exit strategy. In a business sale, participants will likely include some combination of the following: buyer, seller, landlord, accountant(s), attorney(s) and lender. Spouses, family members, heirs, and many others can also play a role. We can make that transition easy for you. Experience navigating these waters is key to success. We have the experience. Call or email today for a confidential consultation.
Pennsylvania Furnace, PA
$3,060,000
Rock County, WI
$2,400,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
El Paso County, CO
$1,100,000
Gallatin County, MT
$5,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
North Carolina
$8,500,000
Bridgeport, CT
$275,000
Carroll County, IL
$2,500,000
Delaware County, IN
$200,000
$85,000
Tarpon Springs, FL
Fayette County, IN
$200,000
Cook County, IL
$4,000,000
Cook County, IL
$3,950,000
Lake County, IN
$75,000
Cerro Gordo County, IA
$155,000
Whiteside County, IL
$3,200,000
Cook County, IL
$1,200,000
New Jersey
$2,700,000
McHenry County, IL
$1,795,000
Cook County, IL
$4,400,000
$2,850,000
Port Chester, NY
Vermilion County, IL
$75,000
Van Buren County, MI
$1,200,000
St. Clair County, IL
$1,200,000
Winnebago County, IL
$2,200,000
Kenosha County, WI
$995,000
Cook County, IL
$4,500,000
Cook County, IL
$4,400,000
Grundy County, IL
$4,500,000
Chris Falco
Falco Sult
Serving King County, WA
Started over 30 years ago, Falco Sult began as a full-service accounting firm and has since expanded into the Mergers & Acquisition arena over the last 8 years, in addition to other value-based financial services as noted above. We offer a comprehensive solution to the business owner - helping to achieve their goals and success.
McHenry County, IL
$2,900,000
DuPage County, IL
$1,900,000
$180,000
Toms River, NJ
Cook County, IL
$1,899,000
Kane County, IL
$1,300,000
Umatilla County, OR
$5,500,000
Titusville, FL
$125,000
Santa Fe, NM
$62,500
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Glendale, OR
$1,290,000
Baltimore City County, MD
$400,000
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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