Brookland, AR
$2,650,000

Brookland, AR
$2,650,000

O'fallon, MO
$4,500,000

Park Falls, WI
$199,900

Melvindale, MI
$799,000
Laguna Hills, CA
Not Disclosed
Marysville, WA
$3,895,000
Conroe, TX
Not Disclosed
Exeter, CA
$2,100,000
Chester, SC
$195,000
Hocking County, OH
$2,395,000
Yakima County, WA
$900,000
Kitsap County, WA
$3,400,000
Skagit County, WA
$4,600,000
Skagit County, WA
$13,000,000
Citrus County, FL
$450,000
Midland, MI
$459,900
Gary Norris
Commercii Advisory Services
Serving Washington County, PA
I assist buyers and sellers find their perfect match! I have 30 years of business experience which includes public accounting, financial institution chief financial officer, commercial lender, commercial loan broker, commercial real estate agent and business broker.
Ada County, ID
$3,000,000
Pleasant Valley, NY
Not Disclosed
Pine Hill, NJ
$2,575,000
Pine Hill, NJ
$375,000
Pine Hill, NJ
$2,200,000
Myrtle Beach, SC
$1,400,000
Shiawassee County, MI
Not Disclosed
Sussex, NJ
$69,900
Gresham, OR
$1,500,000
Casper, WY
$2,143,152
Arapahoe County, CO
$9,950,000
Peoria, IL
Not Disclosed
Sevierville, TN
$1,200,000
North Little Rock, AR
Not Disclosed
Kankakee County, IL
$499,900
Skagway, AK
$3,950,000
Fayette County, TX
$2,500,000
Walsenburg, CO
$299,900
Walsenburg, CO
$280,000
Georgia
$1,600,000
Nicholasville, KY
$825,000
Chester, PA
$600,000
Jefferson, OR
$3,200,000
Roopville, GA
$850,000
Minneapolis, MN
$2,250,000
Battle Creek, MI
$5,999,999
South Haven, MI
Not Disclosed
South Haven, MI
$999,999
Royer Silva
Loyaltty Inc
Serving Queens County, NY
Loyaltty Inc. is a New York–based real estate brokerage firm specializing in the purchase and sale of businesses, commercial properties, and residential investments. With proven experience closing transactions across restaurants, bars, bakeries, convenience stores, and multi-family properties, we provide clients with the guidance and expertise needed to achieve successful results. We proudly serve the diverse communities of New York City, with a special focus on supporting the Hispanic market. Our team is fully bilingual (English/Spanish), ensuring smooth communication and professional representation for buyers and sellers alike. At Loyaltty Inc., we combine market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and a hands-on approach to maximize value and create win-win opportunities. Whether you are looking to sell your business, acquire a franchise location, or invest in real estate, Loyaltty Inc. is committed to delivering transparency, efficiency, and results.
Escanaba, MI
Not Disclosed
Lancaster, SC
$1,200,000
Hermosa Beach, CA
Not Disclosed
Snohomish County, WA
$2,800,000
Grays Harbor County, WA
$5,100,000
Los Angeles, CA
$1,290,000
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 |
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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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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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