Cerro Gordo County, IA
$155,000
Cerro Gordo County, IA
$155,000
Whiteside County, IL
$3,200,000
Cook County, IL
$1,200,000
New Jersey
$2,700,000
McHenry County, IL
$1,795,000
Cook County, IL
$4,400,000
Vermilion County, IL
$75,000
Van Buren County, MI
$1,200,000
St. Clair County, IL
$1,200,000
Winnebago County, IL
$2,200,000
Kenosha County, WI
$995,000
Cook County, IL
$4,500,000
Cook County, IL
$4,400,000
$100,000
Statesboro, GA
Grundy County, IL
$4,500,000
McHenry County, IL
$2,900,000
Joe Robinson
NAI Norwood Group
Serving Rockingham County, NH
NAI Norwood Group is an affiliate of NAI Global, the world’s leading managed network of independently owned commercial real estate brokerage firms. Through this network of 350 offices in 55 countries, NAI Norwood Group is able to leverage their strong local experience around the world. Whether your commercial real estate needs require local expertise, or you need brokerage consulting around the world, the firm is here to help. With our extensive background and strong local contacts, we are able to assist individual corporations in negotiating leases, sales, business brokerage, investments, relocation, site selection and development.
DuPage County, IL
$1,900,000
Cook County, IL
$1,899,000
Kane County, IL
$1,300,000
Umatilla County, OR
$5,500,000
Titusville, FL
$125,000
Santa Fe, NM
$62,500
Baltimore City County, MD
$400,000
Baltimore City County, MD
$750,000
$450,000
Chelan County, WA
Staten Island, NY
$34,500
Snohomish County, WA
$550,000
Umatilla County, OR
$4,500,000
Waukesha County, WI
$800,000
Grundy County, IL
$2,700,000
Arabi, LA
$650,000
Chas, SC
$325,000
Maple Heights, OH
$70,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Elbert County, GA
$2,300,000
San Diego County, CA
$600,000
$85,000
Tarpon Springs, FL
Allentown, PA
$425,000
Minnesota
$100,000
Mississippi
$625,000
Bronx, NY
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
$225,880
Huntsville, AL
$1,999,000
St Pete, FL
$350,000
Niagara Area, ON
$1,100,000
Benjamin Brickweg
Sagewood Advisors
Serving Jefferson County, CO
With everything we do, we aim to guide business owners through transitions on their journeys of business ownership. We work intelligently, quickly, and strategically to provide obnoxious value to our clients. We work with our clients to identify the “right” outcome for their situation, and then we go get it done. No excuses. No hand-wringing. No watching from the sidelines waiting for action. And definitely no bullshit. OUR STORY At Sagewood, our journey began with a vision to empower entrepreneurs in creating exit-worthy businesses—enterprises with sustainable enterprise value that can be sold and transferred. We believe that every business owner deserves to walk away from their journey with a sense of achievement and a valuable asset that stands the test of time. Our Driving Force: With a team of passionate and experienced professionals, we set out to guide business owners through the complexities of various business transactions. Whether it’s buying a business, selling a business, planning exit strategies, or building value, our goal is to ensure that each step contributes to the larger endgame—an exit-worthy enterprise. Unlocking Enterprise Value: We are more than just business brokers, investment bankers, and mergers and acquisitions advisors. We are dedicated exit strategists and business valuation strategy consultants. Our expertise lies in identifying and enhancing the enterprise value within each business, making it a valuable, sellable, and transferable asset. The Art of Building an Exit Worthy Business: Creating an exit-worthy business is not just a transaction; it’s a strategic journey. We liken it to constructing a masterpiece, where each brushstroke matters. With a combination of hard work, determination, and strategic planning, we help business owners lay the foundation for a successful exit and a rewarding future. Experience and Insight: Drawing from a wealth of experience and insights gained through working with a diverse range of business
Lawrenceville, GA
$49,000
Bergen County, NJ
$6,350,000
$2,850,000
Port Chester, NY
Redlands, CA
$85,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
New Jersey
$495,000
Bend, OR
$120,000
Fulton County, KY
$500,000
Graves County, KY
$1,500,000
Allen County, IN
$259,000
Champaign County, IL
$150,000
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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