Cook County, IL
$4,000,000
Cook County, IL
$4,000,000
Cook County, IL
$3,950,000
Lake County, IN
$75,000
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
$54,990
New York County, NY
Kenosha County, WI
$995,000
Cook County, IL
$4,500,000
Premier Route Consulting
Premier Route Consulting
Serving King County, WA
When the time comes for you to make one of the most important business decisions of your life, have confidence knowing you partnered with a firm that has been in your shoes and understands the FedEx Ground route sale process. Premier Route Consulting is made up of former ISP owners with years of experience working inside the FedEx Ground system. Combine that with financial and consulting experience and you discover what stands us apart from the competition. Whether you are a veteran contractor that is ready to move on to your next venture or a potential buyer that is interested in becoming a FedEx ISP, let us help guide you through your sale to ensure a successful transaction and prosperous outcome.
Cook County, IL
$4,400,000
Ogle County, IL
$1,300,000
Grundy County, IL
$4,500,000
McHenry County, IL
$2,900,000
DuPage County, IL
$1,900,000
Cook County, IL
$1,899,000
Kane County, IL
$1,300,000
Umatilla County, OR
$5,500,000
$1,400,000
Mentor, OH
Titusville, FL
$125,000
Santa Fe, NM
$62,500
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Glendale, OR
$1,290,000
Baltimore City County, MD
$400,000
Arlington, MA
$100,000
Hamden, CT
$129,000
Baltimore City County, MD
$750,000
Staten Island, NY
$34,500
Snohomish County, WA
$550,000
Umatilla County, OR
$4,500,000
$480,000
Winter Park, FL
Denver, CO
$440,000
Waukesha County, WI
$800,000
Grundy County, IL
$2,700,000
Arabi, LA
$650,000
Yukon, OK
$225,000
Chas, SC
$325,000
Maple Heights, OH
$70,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Elbert County, GA
$2,300,000
MICHAEL RUSSO
Business & Commercial Brokerage Inc.
Serving Santa Rosa County, FL
San Diego County, CA
$600,000
Allentown, PA
$425,000
$2,300,000
Newnan, GA
Fort Worth, TX
$1,542,654
Beverly, NJ
$100,000
Las Vegas, NV
$98,800
Minnesota
$100,000
Mississippi
$625,000
Bronx, NY
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
$225,880
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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