Cypress, TX
$200,000
Cypress, TX
$200,000
New Port Richey, FL
$170,000
Monterey County, CA
$235,000
Wake County, NC
$100,000
Tampa, FL
$120,000
Butler County, OH
$40,000
Orange County, CA
$195,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Rochester, NY
$674,900
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Atlanta, GA
$1,500,000
Phoenix, AZ
$154,500
Mckinney, TX
$230,000
New York County, NY
$850,000
Queens County, NY
$2,250,000
$135,000
Riverton, NJ
Jacksonville, FL
$599,000
Nassau County, NY
$240,000
Jim Parker
The Lawn Boss, Inc.
Serving Orange County, FL
Successfully selling a lawn or landscape business with gross sales exceeding $1 million in sales requires the touch of a specialist who understands the industry inside and out, and that’s where Jim excels. As an internationally and nationally recognized business broker, Jim’s deep understanding of your industry sets him apart from local generalist brokers. Choosing Jim means gaining the support of an entire team of professionals. This expert team, using proven systems and strategies, ensures faster sales, above-average prices, and favorable terms with no upfront fees, we gat paid when your business sells. Its success rate is a testament to its effectiveness, at 90% of listed businesses sold, nine times the national average. Jim is also a recognized leader among his peers serving as the 2026 Elected Chair for the International Business Brokers Association, which has over 300 members. Additionally, he served 10 years on board of the Business Brokers of Florida and four years on the Board of the IBBA.
Hampden County, MA
$440,000
Oakland County, MI
$115,000
Mecklenburg County, NC
$320,000
Naperville, IL
$30,000
Frederick County, MD
$250,000
Pagosa Springs, CO
$345,000
Raleigh, NC
$228,900
Tarrant County, TX
$499,000
$299,000
Shelby County, AL
Massachusetts
$275,000
Salinas, CA
$99,000
Corpus Christi, TX
$105,000
Louisville, KY
$60,000
North Carolina
$425,000
Suffolk County, NY
$699,000
Thurston County, WA
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,693,337
Collier County, FL
$129,989
Brooklyn, NY
$500,000
Harris County, TX
$250,000
$715,000
Nassau County, NY
Saint Augustine, FL
$60,000
Sullivan County, NY
$320,000
Estero, FL
$180,000
Freeport, NY
$125,000
Lake Grove, NY
$800,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wood County, TX
$1,300,000
New Haven County, CT
$399,000
Orange County, NY
$3,500,000
Kurt Elliott
Focal 5 Group, LLC
Serving Kalamazoo County, MI
Focal 5 Group is the leading provider of Mergers & Acquisitions services for the small-mid cap private business sector in the United States. We achieved this position through knowledgeable and enthusiastic Partners with proven expertise in all aspects of business. We build long-term trusted relationships with our clients, and provide localized offices that value the best interests of the communities we serve.
Harris County, TX
$250,000
Suffolk County, NY
$275,000
$350,000
Multnomah County, OR
Natrona Heights, PA
$9,000
Pittsburgh, PA
$32,500
King Of Prussia, PA
$49,000
Hartford County, CT
$250,000
Brevard County, FL
$299,000
Brookhaven, GA
$25,000
Baltimore, MD
$750,000
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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