Miami, FL
$2,375,000
Miami, FL
$2,375,000
Tarrant County, TX
$6,000,000
$1,200,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,560,000
Roanoke, VA
$1,300,000
North Dakota
Cash Flow: $472,000
Puerto Rico
Schenectady, NY
$749,000
Kings County, NY
$2,250,000
Camden County, NJ
$210,000
Palm Beach County, FL
$275,000
South Carolina
$1,700,000
Alberta
$1,425,000
Doral, FL
$850,000
Tampa, FL
$150,000
Gallatin County, MT
$10,000
Matt Lucas
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Lee County, FL
With nearly two decades of experience in franchising and small business ownership, our mission is simple: to help entrepreneurs achieve the freedom and success that comes with business ownership. From launching and scaling our own franchise brand to 36 territories before acquisition, to guiding hundreds of individuals in buying, selling, and investing in businesses, we bring first-hand knowledge of what it takes to succeed. As licensed business sales agents and franchise consultants, we specialize in helping clients cut through the noise to make informed, confident decisions. We understand that buying or selling a business is one of the most important financial and personal choices a person can make—and we take that responsibility seriously. Our approach is strategic yet personal. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur exploring your first business, a seasoned investor looking for multi-unit opportunities, or a business owner preparing to sell, we provide clear guidance and expert support every step of the way. By leveraging deep industry knowledge, a nationwide network of franchise and business resale opportunities, and a people-first mindset, we empower our clients to find the right fit for their goals, lifestyle, and long-term vision. From discovery to decision, our team is dedicated to delivering integrity, transparency, and results. We don’t just match buyers and sellers—we build lasting relationships and help create success stories. If you’re ready to explore business ownership or prepare your business for sale, we’re here to guide you toward your next chapter with clarity and confidence.
Los Angeles, CA
$2,600,000
West Hartford, CT
$1,300,000
College Station, TX
$250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dallas County, TX
$1,700,000
Kent County, MI
$250,000
Oregon
Brooklyn, NY
$465,000
Temecula, CA
$1,200,000
Ohio
Amarillo, TX
$1,325,000
Delaware
$315,000
Mississauga, ON
$3,999,000
Anaheim, CA
$2,400,000
Georgia
$1,950,000
Jackson Heights, NY
$299,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Texas
$1,950,000
Beaufort, SC
$250,000
Passaic County, NJ
$345,000
Multnomah County, OR
$725,000
Cash Flow: $555,000
Toronto, ON
$2,399,000
Secaucus, NJ
$5,300,000
Utah
$6,500,000
Sarasota, FL
$390,000
Houston, TX
$499,000
Miami, FL
$300,000
Texas
$46,000,000
Ryan Leahy
RE/MAX Mountain Brokers
Serving Larimer County, CO
At RE/MAX Mountain Brokers, we specialize in helping business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs buy and sell commercial properties in Estes Park and the surrounding areas. With deep local knowledge and a commitment to service, we provide strategic guidance, market insights, and skilled negotiation to help our clients achieve their real estate goals. Whether you're expanding your portfolio, selling an established business location, or investing in income property, we combine proven marketing strategies with the latest technology to support a smooth and successful transaction. Our team is dedicated to providing clear communication, reliable advice, and results you can trust.
Los Angeles, CA
$450,000
Miami-Dade County, FL
$790,000
Minneapolis, MN
$1,199,000
New York
$299,000
Washington County, MS
$5,999,000
Wholesale and distribution businesses are a pivotal part of the supply chain, operating in-between product manufacturers and retailer businesses. These businesses purchase goods in large quantities directly from manufacturers or producers, benefiting from lower costs per unit, and then redistribute these goods in smaller quantities to various outlets, or in some cases, individual customers.
Whether you are considering buying or selling a wholesale and distribution business, having some context is important for evaluating individual businesses relative to the market. To that end, we have aggregated business for sale listing data of wholesale and distribution businesses and surfaced key financial metrics and valuation multiples based on asking prices.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
539 |
Median Asking Price |
$699,750 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$1,360,213 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$238,099 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Wholesale & Distribution Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.38 |
2.33 |
Median |
0.58 |
3.07 |
Upper Quartile |
0.92 |
3.97 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
Wholesale & Distribution Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a wholesale and distribution business?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for a wholesaler business is $699,750.
How much do wholesale and distribution business owners earn?
Wholesale and distribution business owners report median annual sales of $1,360,213 and annual owner earnings of $238,099. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a wholesale and distribution business?
Valuing a business involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among wholesale and distribution businesses listed for sale range from 0.38 to 0.92, with the median at 0.58. Earnings multiples range from 2.33 to 3.97, with the median at 3.07. These values suggest a typical wholesale and distribution business in the U.S. may sell for around 0.58 times its annual revenue, and 3.07 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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