Broward County, FL
$1,000,000
Broward County, FL
$1,000,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
$16,350,000

Cleveland, OH
$56,000
Philadelphia, PA
$60,000
Snohomish County, WA
$700,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Peachtree City, GA
$6,700,000
Canton, GA
$120,000
Salinas, CA
$4,000,000
Orlando, FL
$150,000
Orlando, FL
$149,000
Franklin, TN
$1,147,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Florida
$4,400,000
Houston, TX
$59,500
Trinidad, CO
$399,000
Boca Raton, FL
$25,000
San Francisco County, CA
$199,000
Gary Hallett
Gateway Business Brokers
Serving Duval County, FL
At Gateway Business Advisors we provide brokerage services for buyers and sellers, assisting our customers each step of the way. We navigate the twists, turns and unexpected occurrences found in each transaction so that you don’t have to. Our experienced business professionals are here to serve you, to be your guide through what is often an emotional process. We’ve owned, operated, bought and sold businesses ranging from $50,000 to several million dollars and we put ourselves in your shoes. It’s why we started the company - to help business people get deals done. To assist in one manner or another, every business owner that comes our way. Advice. We’ve got that, and we’ll be honest with you in giving it. We offer leading edge valuation tools to value your business, we provide free assessments for your business through an exclusive partnership with The Sellability ScoreTM and our businesses are featured on the top business for sale sites in the country. For us, it’s more than a commission (that’s important too). It’s a business transaction and we’re your partner in getting the deal done, helping to secure another piece of your financial picture and your future with it. We hope you’ll like your experience with Gateway Business Advisors and spread the word – small business depends on all of us to make it happen!
Memphis, TN
$850,000
Columbus, GA
$2,100,000
Seminole, FL
$200,000
North Miami Beach, FL
$360,000
Howard County, MD
$45,000
Columbia, SC
$150,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Palacios, TX
$950,000
Lake Havasu City, AZ
$200,000
Nassau County, NY
$129,000
North Carolina
$500,000
Astoria, NY
$340,000
Clearwater, FL
$500,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$149,000
Tennessee
$329,000
Norfolk County, MA
$160,000
Tennessee
$174,000
Suffolk County, NY
$165,000
Oakland County, MI
$275,000
Michigan
$599,000
Essex County, MA
$425,000
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,600,000
New York
$590,000
Shasta County, CA
$449,000
Boston, MA
$249,999
Northridge, CA
$80,000
Santa Cruz County, AZ
$425,000
Boston, MA
$3,750,000
Chicago, IL
$350,000
Simon Cho
RedPoint Realty
Serving Orange County, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Camden County, NJ
$3,900,000
Beaver County, PA
$750,000
Queens County, NY
$110,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Worcester County, MA
$499,000
Great Barrington, MA
$375,000
Council Bluffs, IA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $550,000
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 |
|
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) |
|
Lower Quartile |
0.37 |
1.79 |
|
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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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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