Warren County, NJ
$225,000

Warren County, NJ
$225,000

Bergen County, NJ
$675,000

Pine Plains, NY
$1,100,000

Broward County, FL
$325,000
Latonia, KY
$295,000
Nottingham, MD
$150,000
Rochester, MI
$370,000
New York
$1,640,009
Philadelphia County, PA
$30,000
Philadelphia, PA
$169,000
South Plainfield, NJ
$375,000
Casa Grande, AZ
$36,000
Washington, DC
Not Disclosed
Philadelphia, PA
$69,000
Monterey Park, CA
$990,000
Chicago, IL
$150,000
William Ilgenfritz
Murphy Business of Pa
Serving Butler County, PA
Murphy Business is one of the largest and most successful business brokers in North America with offices conveniently located throughout the United States and Canada. The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA) office provides beneficial connections in Pittsburgh, Cranberry, Mars, North Hills area, South Hills, West area and Beaver. Choosing to partner with a national business broker provides an advantageous reach of over one hundred and eighty offices that have affiliations with National and International Business Brokerage and Merger & Acquisition associations. Murphy Business Brokers provide the following unsurpassed services: Skilled intermediaries offer assistance in Mergers and Acquisitions Assisting individuals/companies to Buy the most suitable Business Offering Business Valuation Reports and Appraisal Reports Giving accurate Equipment Appraisals Selling a Business without disclosing its identity Experienced Commercial Real Estate Brokers aid in site selection
Joliet, IL
$69,900
Georgia
$3,300,000
Los Angeles, CA
$990,000
Washington, DC
$2,000,000
Sumter, SC
$380,000
Dexter, ME
$320,000
Watertown, MA
Not Disclosed
Cleveland, OH
Not Disclosed
Marshall, VA
$150,000
Saint Louis, MO
$2,200,000
Helena, MT
Not Disclosed
Wisconsin
$6,700,000
East Orange, NJ
$1,599,000
Irvington, NJ
$1,799,900
Jacksonville, FL
Not Disclosed
Jacksonville, FL
Not Disclosed
Jamesburg, NJ
$849,900
Los Angeles, CA
$26,000,000
Venice, FL
Not Disclosed
Venice, FL
$189,000
Washington, DC
$1,700,000
Jacksonville, FL
$550,000
Tracy, CA
$949,000
Queens Village, NY
Not Disclosed
Neptune Beach, FL
Not Disclosed
Snohomish County, WA
$2,800,000
Cambridge, MN
$1,300,000
Roseville, MI
$1,900,000
Cameron Geiger
Transworld Business Advisors of NW Arkansas
Serving Benton County, AR
At Transworld Business Advisors of NW Arkansas, we specialize in helping business owners confidentially sell their companies, guiding them through each step of the process with strategic insight, integrity, and care. Whether you’re preparing to sell, planning your next acquisition, or exploring franchise opportunities, we are your trusted partners in navigating the complex world of business transactions. Our team brings a unique combination of local expertise and executive-level experience, with backgrounds in Fortune 100 leadership, operations, and entrepreneurship. We understand what makes a business valuable—and how to position it for maximum impact in the market. From valuation and packaging to buyer qualification and deal negotiation, we manage every detail so you can stay focused on running your business. Discretion is at the core of our process. We understand the sensitivity of selling a business, and all inquiries are handled with confidentiality and professionalism. We also assist buyers—whether individual, strategic, or financial—by helping them find and evaluate the right opportunities based on their goals. Serving Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas, we represent a wide range of industries including retail, service, distribution, manufacturing, food & beverage, and franchise resale. If you’re considering your next move—whether selling, buying, or growing—let’s have a confidential conversation.
Dyersburg, TN
$1,300,000
Chicago, IL
Not Disclosed
Madera County, CA
$1,300,000
Sacramento County, CA
$8,400,000
Kings County, CA
$8,700,000
Kings County, CA
$8,400,000
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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