Preschools listed on BizBuySell include licensed childcare centers, private preschools, Montessori programs, daycare-preschool hybrids, and franchise-affiliated early learning centers. These businesses are typically tuition-based, generating recurring revenue through monthly enrollment fees, registration charges, and part-time or full-time programs. Many listings feature state-licensed facilities, established staff, and diversified income from aftercare programs, enrichment classes, summer camps, and optional add-ons. Some operations also include real estate—offering long-term value and investment potential in the early childhood education market.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) | Total Market (Average) |
|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 91 | 43,507 |
| Asking Price | $875,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $904,571 | $1,416,024 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $150,300 | $56,641 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
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Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|
| $312,500 | $875,000 | $1,739,500 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Preschools for sale.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|
| Lower Quartile | $480,242 | $100,000 |
| Median | $904,571 | $150,300 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,697,500 | $263,725 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Preschools listed for sale.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.53 | 2.63 |
| Median | 1.03 | 4.31 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.96 | 7.06 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Preschool?
The median asking price for an established Preschool is $875,000, though prices range from under $312,500 to well over $1,739,500.
How much do Preschools owners earn?
The median reported revenue of Preschools is $904,571 and owners earn a median of $150,300, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Preschool?
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 Preschools, revenue multiples range from 0.53 to 1.96, with a median of 1.03. Earning multiples range from 2.63 to 7.06, with the median at 4.31. This means the typical Preschool may ask for around 1.03 times its annual revenue, and 4.31 times its annual owner earnings.
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