Sussex County, NJ
$175,000
Sussex County, NJ
$175,000
Nashville, TN
$249,000
Denton, TX
$190,000
Charlotte County, FL
$1,000,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$750,000
Madison County, NY
$125,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Livingston County, MI
$1,600,000
Tampa, FL
$50,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$295,000
Pierce County, WA
$150,000
Monmouth County, NJ
$499,000
Monterey County, CA
$235,000
$849,000
Coral Gables, FL
Miami-Dade County, FL
$99,999
Dillwyn, VA
$115,000
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Maine
$400,000
New York
$14,999,999
Jacksonville, FL
$150,000
Greater Toronto Area, ON
$390,000
Albany, GA
$525,000
London
$5,440,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Henry County, GA
$14,500,000
Nassau County, NY
$990,000
$25,000
Newport Beach, CA
Houston, TX
$1,500,000
Escondido, CA
$170,000
Dallas, TX
$5,000,000
Dallas County, TX
$59,000
Denver, CO
$100,000
Teton County, ID
$825,000
Cathedral City, CA
$275,000
Galveston County, TX
$250,000
Maine
$120,000
Sidney, NE
$300,000
$99,500
Sunrise, FL
Sunrise, FL
$250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Minnesota
$750,000
Bavaria
$10,400,000
Denver, CO
$314,995
Carlsbad, CA
$149,000
Forest Park, GA
$249,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oakville, CT
$699,000
Norcross, GA
$499,000
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VR Mile High Business Sales
Serving Boulder County, CO
Valued Representation… It’s the meaning behind our name; it’s what we deliver to every client. VR Business Sales / Mergers & Acquisitions are proud of its heritage as the leader in sales and transfer of the privately-held business since 1979. It is even prouder knowing that it has helped hundreds of thousands of families live the American dream of business ownership. These same people are those who make up the business communities in every town and city, and who drive job creation and economies.
Madera County, CA
$3,299,000
Muskegon, MI
$69,000
$2,000,000
Revere, MA
Vermont
$725,000
$3,500,000
Tuscarora, MD
$950,000
Dallas County, TX
$595,000
Petersburg, VA
$200,000
Drewryville, VA
$135,000
Anne Arundel County, MD
$299,000
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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