SDE multiples · revenue valuation
Bakery Valuation Calculator
Estimate what your bakery is worth using SDE multiples and revenue benchmarks.
Bakery valuation drives buy-sell decisions, SBA loan applications, and partnership buyouts. This calculator applies industry-standard SDE multiples to estimate your bakery's market value.
- Estimated Value = SDE × Industry Multiple (typically 2.0x–3.2x)
- SDE = Net Profit + Owner Salary + Add-backs (interest, depreciation, one-time expenses)
- Median independent bakery sells at ~2.8x SDE
Built for bakery owners planning an exit, buyers evaluating acquisitions, and brokers pricing listings.
Source: BizMetricsHQ 210+ bakery businesses (2025–2026). Methodology
Business Financials
Estimated Value
$280,000
Range: $200,000 – $320,000
At 2.8x SDE on $100,000 SDE
SDE-Based Value
$280,000
Revenue-Based Value
$275,000
Industry Multiples
Revenue Multiple
0.4x – 0.7x
Median 0.6x
SDE Multiple
2.0x – 3.2x
Median 2.8x
EBITDA Multiple
3.0x – 4.5x
Median 3.8x
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Frequently Asked Questions
How are bakeries valued?
Most independent bakeries are valued using SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings) multiples, typically 2.0x–3.2x. A bakery with $100K SDE at 2.8x would be worth ~$280K. Revenue multiples (0.4x–0.7x) apply to established retail bakeries.
What is a good SDE multiple for a bakery?
The median SDE multiple for independent bakeries is 2.8x. Strong custom cake reputation, wholesale contracts, and transferable recipes command 3.0x–3.2x. Owner-dependent home bakeries may sell at 2.0x or as asset-only transactions.
What is SDE for a bakery?
SDE equals net profit plus owner salary and discretionary add-backs (interest, depreciation, one-time expenses). For an owner-operator earning $46K salary with $54K net profit, SDE is approximately $100K before other add-backs.
How much is a bakery with $500K revenue worth?
A bakery with $500K revenue and $100K SDE typically sells for $200K–$320K (2.0x–3.2x SDE), with a median around $280K at 2.8x. Actual value depends on lease terms, wholesale accounts, and custom cake reputation.