Tennessee
$625,000
Tennessee
$625,000
Los Angeles, CA
$299,000
Santee, CA
$90,000
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,834
California
$700,000
Dallas, TX
$120,000
Marietta, GA
$149,000
Tempe, AZ
$1,000,000
Margate, FL
$200,000
Will County, IL
$1,400,000
Cook County, IL
$1,500,000
Arapahoe County, CO
$430,000
Monterey Park, CA
$49,000
$135,000
Los Angeles, CA
La Porte County, IN
$2,000,000
DuPage County, IL
$150,000
Dick Halterman CPA
Murphy Business & Financial Corporation
Serving Shenandoah County, VA
Over 25 years experience in Business Brokerage. If this isn't a win for EVERYONE, it isn't a win for ANYONE. Murphy Business is one of the largest business brokers with offices in North America. Professional experienced intermediaries provide the following unsurpassed brokerage services: We uncover the Best Franchise Opportunity for a buyer Skilled intermediaries provide assistance in Mergers and Acquisitions. Our experienced Commercial Real Estate Brokers assist with site selection Business Valuation Services performed by qualified professionals Our affiliations with National and International Business Brokerages and Merger & Acquisition associations assure sellers the best exposure when Selling a Business or Buying a Business Experienced certified appraisal professionals perform Equipment Appraisals Murphy Business has a local presence in the Central Shenandoah Valley, Virginia market with strong connections in Staunton, Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, Lexington, Blacksburg, Clifton Forge, Buena Vista, Covington. A strong presence in the community provides insight into the local market. Murphy Business deals with local companies on a daily basis, which helps them gain respect and grow experience in the Central Shenandoah Valley, Virginia community. According to Forbes.com, Virginia has been ranked as the Best State for Business for three straight years based on business costs, labor supply, regulatory environment, current economic climate, growth prospects and quality of life. The Valley is blessed with beautiful mountains and rivers and offers abundant outdoor opportunities in state parks, natural areas and national parks making life outside of work an absolute pleasure.
Spring Branch, TX
$37,000
Lake County, IL
$350,000
Lake County, IL
$175,000
Lake County, IL
$195,000
Lake County, IL
$975,000
West Jordan, UT
$69,900
Floyd County, GA
$2,300,000
Boca Raton, FL
$170,000
$595,000
Houston, TX
Queens, NY
$1,300,000
Cincinnati, OH
$220,000
Roopville, GA
$899,000
Harrison County, MS
$299,000
Rochester, NY
$200,000
Cook County, IL
$850,000
Washtenaw County, MI
$725,000
Macoupin County, IL
$350,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wood Dale, IL
$999,950
Kankakee County, IL
$1,150,000
$450,000
Brooklyn, NY
Milwaukee County, WI
$1,600,000
Lake County, IL
$850,000
Cook County, IL
$750,000
Delaware County, IN
$295,000
Delaware County, IN
$1,400,000
Pennsylvania Furnace, PA
$3,060,000
Rock County, WI
$2,400,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
El Paso County, CO
$1,100,000
Terry Tretta, PLLC
Azbusinessbroker.com American Realty Brokers
Serving Maricopa County, AZ
We Sell Businesses, We Sell Companies. Highly Trained Professional Business Brokerage. 100's of Businesses Sold. We have the experience and the required knowledge in every aspect, to complete the Sale of your Businesses or Company both large or small. Business Ownership, Operations, and Management, with over two decades of Operating, Owning, Selling, and Building numerous businesses in Arizona and the West Coast areas. Specialized in all areas of Business Selling and Transactions, Service, Retail, Manufacturing, Technology, Transportation, including Restaurants, Dry Cleaning, Auto Repair, and Laundromat facilities. We will get your Business Sold and we can help you find your next Business. Note: We do not keep our Sold listings current if they will affect sellers comps.
Gallatin County, MT
$5,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
North Carolina
$8,500,000
$899,900
Cullowhee, NC
Bridgeport, CT
$275,000
Carroll County, IL
$2,500,000
Delaware County, IN
$200,000
Fayette County, IN
$200,000
Cook County, IL
$4,000,000
Cook County, IL
$3,950,000
Lake County, IN
$75,000
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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