Bergen County, NJ
$675,000
Bergen County, NJ
$675,000
Broward County, FL
$325,000
Atlantic County, NJ
$115,000
Nottingham, MD
$150,000
Philadelphia, PA
$59,000
Philadelphia, PA
$169,000
South Plainfield, NJ
$375,000
Casa Grande, AZ
$36,000
Washington, DC
Philadelphia, PA
$69,000
Kern County, CA
$1,800,000
Miami, FL
Stearns County, MN
Edgewood, MD
$1,690,000
Wisconsin
$1,200,000
Dundalk, MD
$849,000
Nate Lind
Maximum Exit
Serving Puerto Rico
Maximum Exit is a boutique business brokerage that specializes in guiding founders of internet and technology-focused companies through high-stakes exits. Led by Nate Lind—Deal Wizard, entrepreneur, and master of dealcraft—we help business owners sell for maximum value while preserving legacy, minimizing friction, and navigating the emotional terrain of the exit process. We focus exclusively on lower middle market companies in the $3M to $30M range, including eCommerce, SaaS, digital marketing, lead generation, professional services, and B2B platforms. Our deals often involve complex structures, from SBA and Paripasu financing to seller equity rollovers and creative earnout solutions. What sets Maximum Exit apart is our relentless founder-first mindset. We don’t just list businesses—we curate, package, and position them for premium acquisition by strategic, financial, or lifestyle buyers. We tap into the world’s largest networks of vetted buyers, including PE firms, search funds, family offices, and high-net-worth operators. Our outreach is targeted, our data rooms are airtight, and our marketing is rooted in direct-response principles that convert interest into action. With over $120M in closed transactions, Nate has built a reputation for crafting deals others thought impossible. Whether you're burned out, ready to move on, or just curious about what your business is worth, we bring clarity, confidence, and strategy to the biggest financial decision of your life. At Maximum Exit, we don’t chase volume—we close wins. If you’re ready to sell smart, sell strong, and exit with power, we’re your team.
Sanford, FL
$1,550,000
Philadelphia, PA
$599,000
Somerset County, NJ
$2,500,000
Baldwin Park, CA
$899,000
Woodburn, IL
$1,700,000
Brookland, AR
$2,650,000
O'fallon, MO
$4,200,000
Melvindale, MI
$799,000
Knox County, IL
$2,150,000
Baltimore, MD
$265,000
Chester, PA
$550,000
Colorado Springs, CO
$950,000
Columbus, GA
$150,000
Nolan County, TX
$1,000,000
San Joaquin County, CA
$1,200,000
Baltimore, MD
$949,500
Redford Twp, MI
$849,000
Detroit, MI
$1,250,000
Washington, DC
$1,700,000
Wayne County, MI
$780,000
Kern County, CA
$4,500,000
Miami, FL
$2,500,000
Washtenaw County, MI
$1,825,000
Phillips, WI
$375,000
Los Angeles, CA
$3,500,000
Minnesota
$1,750,000
Fresno County, CA
$1,600,000
Monroe, MI
$699,000
Brian Good
AVL Business Brokers
Serving Buncombe County, NC
Founded by Brian Good, AVL Business Brokers is now a full service business brokerage firm specializing in all business acquisitions from Restaurants, Breweries, Gas Stations, Food Marts, Bakeries and Retail. Not interested in buying or selling your business? Call Brian today to discuss Tenant Representation or Commercial Real Estate Brokerage. Let Brian's years of business experience work for you!
Lakewood, CO
$4,200,000
Wayne County, MI
$1,300,000
Matawan, NJ
$1,075,000
Georgia
$4,000,000
Georgia
$3,300,000
Detroit, MI
$900,000
Liquor stores are a staple business in most communities, providing customers with a variety of alcoholic beverages that are always in demand. Among retail businesses, liquor stores are an often overlooked but consistently performing option.
If you are looking to buy or sell a liquor store business, it helps to have some context on the market, and to understand how these types of businesses are valued. Below, we have aggregated financial data from current and recent listings to provide some benchmarks on valuation and performance of liquor store businesses. All data is based on broker and business owner provided financial information.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
852 |
Median Asking Price |
$474,500 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$943,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Liquor Store Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.36 |
2.25 |
Median |
0.52 |
3.05 |
Upper Quartile |
0.77 |
4.00 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
Read the Report:
Liquor Store Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a liquor store?
The median asking price for a liquor store is approximately $474,500. However, this can vary significantly depending on the size, location, and financial performance of the store.
How much do liquor store owners earn?
On average, liquor store owners report median annual sales of $943,000 and annual owner earnings of $150,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a liquor store business?
Valuing a liquor store 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. Liquor store revenue/sales multiples typically range from 0.36 to 0.77, with the median at 0.52. Earnings multiples range from 2.25 to 4.00, with the median at 3.05. These values suggest a typical liquor store business will sell for around 0.52 times its annual revenue, and 3.05 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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