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Business Valuation Benchmarks

Discover what businesses are worth and how valuation multiples compare.

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Most Valuable Industries

Industries ranked by median SDE multiple — what buyers pay at exit.

RankIndustrySDE Multiple
1Dental Practice

3.2× – 4.5×

3.8×
2Veterinary Clinic

2.8× – 4.0×

3.4×
3Pest Control

2.5× – 4.0×

3.2×
4Physical Therapy

2.5× – 4.0×

3.2×
5HVAC

2.4× – 3.8×

3.1×
6Coffee Shop

2.5× – 3.5×

3.0×
7Plumbing

2.2× – 3.5×

2.8×
8Electrical

2.3× – 3.4×

2.8×
9Chiropractic Clinic

2.0× – 3.5×

2.8×
10Bakery

2.0× – 3.2×

2.8×

Valuation Rankings

SDE multiples and valuation benchmarks by industry.

Valuation Drivers

What buyers and brokers weigh when pricing a business.

  • Recurring Revenue

    Maintenance plans and subscription contracts command premium multiples at exit.

  • Customer Retention

    Low churn signals durable cash flow and reduces buyer risk.

  • Growth Rate

    Consistent year-over-year revenue growth supports higher valuation ranges.

  • Profit Margin

    Strong SDE margins relative to industry peers increase buyer confidence.

  • Owner Dependence

    Transferable management and systems reduce key-person discount.

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Estimated Business Value

$510,000

Range: $408,000 – $612,000

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