Athens County, OH
$199,000
Athens County, OH
$199,000
Easton, MA
$67,000
Missouri
$349,000
Clearfield County, PA
$249,999
Maricopa County, AZ
$3,850,000
North Dakota
$400,000
Huntsville, AL
$150,000
Florida
$2,950,000
Homer, AK
$3,000,000
Wilmington, TX
$268,900
Danbury, CT
$285,000
Wilmington, NC
$239,000
Illinois
$675,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Texas
$499,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Chicago Heights, IL
$597,000
Newport News, VA
$295,000
Jon Roman
Transworld Business Advisors of Atlanta
Serving DeKalb County, GA
Transworld Business Advisors stands as a global leader in business brokerage, franchise consulting, and franchise development, boasting an extensive network of over 260 offices and 700 skilled brokers worldwide. We are dedicated to helping entrepreneurs fulfill the American Dream by facilitating business brokerage, franchising, and franchise development. As the preeminent authority in the marketing and sales of businesses, franchises, and commercial real estate, Transworld Business Advisors sets the standard for excellence in our field. At our Atlanta-North office, part of the esteemed Transworld Business Advisors family, we offer specialized consulting services that cater to a diverse range of needs. Our expert team provides: Business Sales and Acquisitions: Guiding clients through the complexities of buying and selling businesses with unmatched professionalism and insight. Certified Business Valuations: Delivering precise and authoritative valuations backed by extensive industry knowledge and expertise. Franchise Development: Assisting in the growth and expansion of franchises with strategic insights and tailored solutions. Franchise Consulting: Offering expert advice to maximize the potential and profitability of franchise operations. Our commitment at Transworld Business Advisors is to empower each client with the knowledge, tools, and support necessary to navigate the market confidently and successfully. Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or develop a business or franchise, our Atlanta-Perimeter branch is your trusted partner in achieving your business objectives
Chicago, IL
$295,000
Howard County, MD
$385,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pennsylvania
$3,800,000
Maricopa County, AZ
$148,000
Gta, ON
$2,900,000
San Diego County, CA
$525,000
Charleston, SC
$295,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Franklin Square, NY
$3,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bronx, NY
$3,000,000
Leola, PA
$315,000
New York, NY
$1,500,000
Stamford, PA
$178,900
Alabama
$725,000
Buhl, ID
$177,500
Indianapolis, IN
$230,225
Norwalk, OH
$20,000
Bloomington, IN
$450,000
Briarcliff, TX
$99,000
Denver, CO
$279,999
Columbia, NC
$199,000
Arcadia, CA
$143,000
Pontiac, MI
$285,000
North Carolina
$2,000,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Georgia
$3,450,000
Boston, RI
$350,000
Ocala, FL
$950,000
Texas
$600,000
Ginger Orem
Crown Real Estate Alaska INC
Serving Fairbanks North Star County, AK
"Your GO to Gal for Real Estate"
Myrtle Beach, SC
$175,000
Dallas, TX
$190,000
Alameda County, CA
$175,000
Canton, GA
$120,000
Florida
$1,800,000
California
Cash Flow: $315,000
Acquisitions of service business are on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Service businesses provide niche professional support to customers and cover a wide range of industries. The benefits of owning a service business include operational flexibility, high profitability, low overhead costs, minimal inventory and supplies, and the possibility of generating multiple revenue streams. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing service business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of service businesses.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in the U.S. is approximately $312,338.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but service business owners report median annual sales of $525,724 and annual owner earnings of $152,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses range from 0.43 to 1.08, with the median at 0.72. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.44, with the median at 2.43. These values indicate that a typical service business may sell for around 0.72 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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