Vacaville, CA
Established vending machine route with exclusive placement inside a national fitness-gym franchise locations. Currently operating 17 machines generating $142,000 annual revenue with strong per-machine...
Cash Flow: $26,000
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Growing Gym Vending Route — 17 Machines, Contract to Expand to 42
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Los Angeles, CA
Lucrative – Semi-Absentee – Advanced Unattended Retail Machines Business serving the greater Los Angeles area. Semi-passive ownership, strong margins, and significant room for growth. These modern,...
Cash Flow: $188,000
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Healthier4UVending Business can scale/High Profit marginsSD
National City, CA
Are you ready to be your own boss while making a positive impact on your community? Join the movement toward healthier living with Healthier For You Vending! Why Choose Healthier For You Vending? •...
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San Jose Vending Route - $1.7K Monthly Cash Flow - Mixed Product Line
San Jose, CA
$1,700 monthly in documented cash flow from this single vending machine placement in San Jose. The numbers work cleanly: $31,400 gross revenue annually with $20,400 in seller's discretionary earnings,...
Cash Flow: $20,400
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Start Up
Turnkey phone-charging station business featuring 120 power-bank rental stations and custom mobile app. Complete technology platform allows customers to rent charged power banks via QR code or card at...
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Would You Like to get started in the Vending Machine Industry?
Start Up
For the past five years, I’ve helped individuals successfully break into the vending machine industry by offering proven, results-driven opportunities tailored to different investment levels and...
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LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place
Los Angeles, CA
Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 61 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 For sale: A profitable ATM route consisting of...
Cash Flow: $200,000
Healthy Vending with Healthy ProfitsSOLD
Lake Forest, CA
2 Established machines 3 to be placed, can scale business. Are you ready to be your own boss while making a positive impact on your community? Join the movement toward healthier living with Healthier...
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High Traffic Locations seeking reliable owner operator LA
Arcadia, CA
Many locations want our machines need someone who can scale. **What’s Included:** • **2 Established Machines** currently generating approximately $20,000 in annual income • **2 Fresh machines at...
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Healthy Snack Vending Machine Route – Inland Empire – Semi-Passive
Loma Linda, CA
11-Machine Healthy Snack Vending Route – Inland Empire – Semi-Passive, Easy to Manage Excellent opportunity to acquire an established healthy snack and drink vending route located in the Inland...
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Over $2 Million Average Gross Sales - As Low As $350,500 Investment & Recession-Safe
Turnkey Ice Cream & Frozen Dessert Vending Machine Route for Sale
California
Step into the profitable world of ice cream and frozen dessert vending with this well-established, home-based operation. With just a few hours of work per week, you can generate income from...
1 Vending Route - Northern California
California
Enter the industry with a low-cost! › Turnkey opportunity featuring established locations and dependable cash flow! › Low overhead model with minimal staffing required › Simple, scalable operation...
Cash Flow: $16,480
Turnkey Vending Equipment Package: 5 Machines + Parts + Card Reader
Asset Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
TURNKEY VENDING EQUIPMENT PACKAGE-ASSET SALE-GREATER LOS ANGELES WHO IS THIS FOR? This package is built for two types of buyers: 1. EXISTING VENDING OPERATORS looking to expand a route quickly. Adding...
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High-Margin Pokemon TCG Smart Vending Machines — Turnkey Side Business
Start Up
Looking for a side business that runs itself? VendFuture is a U.S.-based premium vending provider specializing in smart vending machines stocked with Pokemon Trading Card Game products — packs,...
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Vending machine at location for sale 11 total combo snacks and drinks
Van Nuys, CA
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Serving Sacramento County, CA
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Buy or Sell a Vending Machine in California
Vending machine businesses listed on BizBuySell include operations that generate revenue through the sale of snacks, beverages, and other convenience items via self-service machines. These businesses are known for low overhead, high margins, and minimal staffing requirements, making them attractive to semi-absentee or first-time buyers. Business models typically involve route-based operations with recurring income from strategically placed machines in offices, schools, gyms, and high-traffic public areas. Many listings feature established machine placements, consistent cash flow, and flexible schedules for restocking and maintenance. Some businesses also include inventory, service vehicles, or proprietary technology—offering scalable, low-maintenance opportunities in the automated retail and passive income space.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 8 |
| Asking Price | $104,975 |
| Reported Revenue | $94,018 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $23,200 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $36,800 | $104,975 | $192,500 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Vending Machine Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $27,425 | $14,258 |
| Median | $94,018 | $23,200 |
| Upper Quartile | $287,000 | $137,000 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Vending Machine Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.76 | 1.60 |
| Median | 1.28 | 2.08 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.57 | 4.56 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Vending Machine in California?
The median asking price for an established Vending Machine in California is $104,975, though prices range from under $36,800 to well over $192,500.
How much do Vending Machine Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Vending Machine Businesses in California is $94,018 and owners earn a median of $23,200, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Vending Machine?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Vending Machine Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.76 to 1.57, with a median of 1.28. Earning multiples range from 1.60 to 4.56, with the median at 2.08. This means the typical Vending Machine in California may ask for around 1.28 times its annual revenue, and 2.08 times its annual owner earnings.
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