Sharpsburg, PA
$675,000

Sharpsburg, PA
$675,000

Utah
$650,000

Abilene, TX
$895,000

$120,000
Dallas County, TX
$5,000,000
Sugar Grove, IL
$1,589,000
Utah County, UT
$258,500
Pinellas County, FL
$899,000
Arlington County, VA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $2,010,000
Oregon
$270,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Stanislaus County, CA
$600,000
Florida
$750,000
$1,183,622
Richmond, VA
Anaheim, CA
$160,000
Charleston, SC
$3,300,000
Greg Dyer
First Choice Business Brokers - St. Louis Gateway
Serving St. Charles County, MO
First Choice Business Brokers (FCBB) is a premier Business Brokerage and M&A firm facilitating successful business transactions by connecting qualified buyers and sellers. With our expertise and integrity, we provide unparalleled confidentiality and professionalism to our clients.
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,370,408
$900,000
Michigan
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,001,872
Tucson, AZ
$1,500,000
Tampa, FL
$3,700,000
Available in Multiple Locations
$50,000
Ventura County, CA
$360,000
New York
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $247,000
Tucson, AZ
Tampa, FL
$10,000,000
Texas
$8,000,000
Montgomery County, OH
$1,700,000
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $523,000
Sarasota County, FL
$150,000
Tarrant County, TX
$175,000
Maricopa County, AZ
$645,000
Available in Multiple Locations
$65,000
Utah
$600,000
Colorado
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $160,000
Oxnard, CA
Myrtle Beach, SC
$750,000
Memphis, TN
$1,900,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Santa Clara, CA
$6,695,000
Plymouth County, MA
$1,100,000
Maryland
$2,299,000
North Carolina
$199,000
Santa Rosa, CA
$525,000
Missy Lewie
Mainstream Realty Pros
Serving Franklin County, OH
Mainstream Realty Pros – Your Trusted Real Estate Experts At Mainstream Realty Pros, we are dedicated to providing top-tier real estate services with professionalism, integrity, and a client-first approach. Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing in residential or commercial properties, our experienced team is committed to delivering expert guidance, innovative marketing strategies, and seamless transactions. With a deep understanding of local markets and a passion for helping clients achieve their goals, Mainstream Realty Pros stands out for personalized service, strong negotiation skills, and a results-driven mindset. From first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors and business owners, we ensure every step of the process is handled with care and efficiency. Trust Mainstream Realty Pros to make your next real estate move a success!
Maryland
$1,300,000
Maine
$125,000
$1,150,000
Houston, TX
Suffolk County, NY
$300,000
Plymouth County, MA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
Available in Multiple Locations
$110,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$732,000
Texas
$625,000
Jefferson County, LA
$7,950,000
York County, PA
$330,000
Orange County, CA
$650,000
Florida
$2,950,000
Texas
$600,000
Ingham County, MI
$345,000
Pennsylvania
$640,000
Available in Multiple Locations
$50,000
Security companies offer a range of services, safeguarding businesses, individuals, and property. Security companies provide both armed and unarmed guards, protecting offices, residential buildings, and events. Additionally, they deliver technological solutions, including surveillance camera installations, window and door monitoring systems, and alarm systems, to proactively detect and discourage intrusions. Their offerings cater to diverse needs, ranging from small-scale personal security to large-scale organizational defense.
If you are looking to buy or sell a security 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 security businesses listed for sale. All data is based on broker and business owner provided financial information.
Market Overview
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Median Asking Price |
$642,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$642,403 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$243,072 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Security Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.61 |
2.17 |
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Median |
0.96 |
2.70 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.31 |
3.92 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Security Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a security business?
The median asking price for a security company is approximately $642,500. However, this can vary significantly depending on the size, location, and financial performance of the store.
How much do security business owners earn?
On average, security business owners report median annual sales of $642,403 and annual owner earnings of $243,072. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a security company?
Valuing a security 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. Security company revenue/sales multiples range from 0.61 to 1.31, with the median at 0.96. Earnings multiples range from 2.17 to 3.92, with the median at 2.70. These values suggest a typical security business will sell for around 0.96 times its annual revenue, and 2.7 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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