Denver, CO
$499,950
Denver, CO
$499,950
Layton, UT
$1,195,000
Knoxville, TN
$147,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$215,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sangamon County, IL
$589,000
Franklin, TN
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $375,000
Crested Butte, CO
$975,000
Shreveport, LA
$350,000
Texas
$2,250,000
Utah
$795,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Katy, TX
$1,500,000
King County, WA
$2,950,000
Tampa, FL
$1,100,000
$1,250,000
Naturita, CO
Philadelphia, PA
$170,000
Greer, SC
$135,000
Andrew Rosenthal
Lighthouse Business Brokers
Serving Cook County, IL
Lighthouse Business Brokers exclusively represents sellers of high quality businesses. We have a very high close rate because of our attention to detail, perseverance, and marketing know-how. We utilize technology everywhere we can, but we never let that get in the way of a good conversation. We are experienced in all aspects of a business transaction and we and stay informed about industry best practices. We have the same goal as our clients, so we always go above and beyond to get to the best results possible. We love talking to business owners and entrepreneurs so don't hesitate to reach out.
Georgia
$625,000
Wisconsin
$463,154
Tampa, FL
$150,000
San Antonio, TX
$1,249,000
Clark County, NV
$950,000
Las Vegas, NV
$160,000
Yuba City, CA
$350,000
Redondo Beach, CA
$50,000
$2,200,000
Cumberland County, IL
Yakima County, WA
$400,000
Brooklyn, NY
$3,400,000
College Station, TX
$250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Vanceburg, KY
$619,900
Plymouth County, MA
$1,000,000
Saint Augustine, FL
$125,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lewis County, KY
$259,900
Connecticut
$1,200,000
Van Nuys, CA
$99,999
Arkansas
$849,000
$500,000
Cobb County, GA
Philadelphia, PA
$169,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Beaumont, CA
$3,000,000
Blythe, CA
$160,000
Sacramento County, CA
$199,900
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hoffman Estates, IL
$4,900,000
Tampa, FL
$450,000
Rowland Heights, CA
$259,000
Bloomington, CA
$890,000
Billy Kataria
AK Property Brokers
Serving Orange County, FL
Our excellence is driven by your success
Utah
$3,200,000
Oswego County, NY
$750,000
$375,000
Cicero, IN
Bell Gardens, CA
$938,809
Kingsburg, CA
$150,000
Orange County, FL
$49,999
Polk County, FL
$1,500,000
Cincinnati, OH
$300,000
Texas
$455,000
Dayton, OH
$130,000
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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