Connecticut
$1,900,000
Connecticut
$1,900,000
Johnson County, KS
$750,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bellflower, CA
$1,100,000
Ocala, FL
$129,999
St. Louis City County, MO
$880,000
Michigan
$375,000
Charleston, SC
$3,500,000
West Palm Beach, FL
$325,000
Florida
$3,400,000
Lane County, OR
$249,000
New Bern, NC
$325,000
Canada
Cash Flow: $692,000
Martin County, FL
$65,000
$1,185,000
Whitwell, TN
$2,000,000
North Carolina
$11,000,000
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First Choice Business Brokers of Hampton Roads
Serving Virginia Beach County, VA
Established in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers quickly grew to become one of the largest Business Sales Organizations in the U.S listing over $4 Billion in businesses for sale – thus giving Buyers and Sellers an extensive network of Business Brokers across the U.S. to assist in Buying or Selling a Business. Our Business Broker Professionals come from diverse backgrounds such as former business owners, accountants, banking, real estate and executive search. All First Choice Business Brokers have graduated from First Choice University (FCU) and attend continuing education creating the most highly trained Business Sales Associates in the industry. Our Business Sales Experts are trained on business evaluation, business sales, business marketing and buy/sell negotiations to satisfy both buyers and sellers alike. Our exclusive businesses for sale listings are available only through First Choice Business Sales Professionals. Business Sales is unique and should never be compared to selling or buying a home. You deserve a Business Sales Professional when selling your business – you deserve a First Choice Business Broker who specializes specifically in business sales. First Choice is large enough to offer Buyers the greatest selection of businesses available nationwide, yet in local markets to offer Sellers individual attention.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Moore County, NC
$700,000
Mississippi
$1,650,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Illinois
Cash Flow: $895,155
Canada
Cash Flow: $2,861,000
Sacramento, CA
Cash Flow: $29,117
Orange County, FL
$249,900
Miramar Beach, FL
$139,000
Orange County, CA
$55,000
$80,000
Richmond, VA
Buffalo County, NE
$250,000
Brampton, ON
$100,000
Cobb County, GA
$1,500,000
Broward County, FL
$225,000
Cape Coral, FL
$194,000
Kissimmee, FL
$60,000
Gorham, NH
$995,900
The equipment rental and sales industry serves a central role across multiple sectors, including construction, agriculture, manufacturing, and event planning. Businesses in this space provide a range of equipment, from construction machinery like cranes, earth movers, and front loaders, specialized tools like jackhammers, tillers, and sod cutters, and event-specific rentals like tables, stages, and even bounce houses. This industry appeals to businesses seeking cost-effective solutions for accessing essential equipment without the large, up-front purchase.
If you are looking to buy or sell an equipment rental 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 benchmarks on valuation and financial performance of equipment rental businesses listed for sale. All data is based on broker and business owner provided financial information.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
160 |
Median Asking Price |
$720,850 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$730,726 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$218,195 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Equipment Rental and Dealer Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.65 |
2.38 |
Median |
1.00 |
3.38 |
Upper Quartile |
1.52 |
4.91 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
Equipment Rental & Dealer Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy an equipment rental business?
The median asking price for an equipment rental and dealer business is approximately $720,850. However, this can vary significantly depending on the size, location, and financial performance of the store.
How much do equipment rental business owners earn?
On average, equipment rental business owners report median annual sales of $730,726 and annual owner earnings of $218,195. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value an equipment rental and dealer business?
Valuing a business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit margins, 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. Equipment rental and dealer business revenue/sales multiples range from 0.65 to 1.52, with the median at 1.00. Earnings multiples range from 2.38 to 4.91, with the median at 3.38. These values suggest a typical equipment rental business will sell for around 1 time its annual revenue, and 3.38 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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