Orange County, CA
Wheeler Optical Lab is a well-established optical business with both wholesale and retail operations, serving the vision care industry through multiple revenue channels. Wholesale Division: The...
Orange County, CA
Wheeler Optical Lab is a well-established optical business with both wholesale and retail operations, serving the vision care industry through multiple revenue channels. Wholesale Division: The...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $102,000
Orange County, CA
Established Sign & Graphics Business for Sale - Turnkey Sign Shop in High-Growth Orange County Market Turn-key opportunity to own a successful sign-making franchise in the heart of South Orange...
$55,000
San Francisco, CA
Small Cafe with limited cooking. Has Beer and Wine. Must See!...
$39,500
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established on-site shredding service has been serving both commercial and residential clients throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties since 2007. The owner is retiring and relocating,...
$245,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Gardena, CA
Please SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY!! You need to know this business to make it successful! You are getting a turnkey business, the shop with all the necessary tools to get the job done! We are not selling...
$159,999
Los Angeles County, CA
Are you looking to acquire an FDA-approved food manufacturing facility for sale with established eCommerce sales and high retail potential? This turnkey opportunity offers a fully operational food...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Ontario, CA
This is a turnkey charcuterie catering business located in Ontario, California, offering a unique and in-demand service specializing in artisanal grazing boards, boxes, and tables for events,...
$174,990
Riverside County, CA
Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established custom upholstery and window covering business that has proudly served Western Riverside County for nearly five decades. Known for exceptional...
$149,888
Santa Monica, CA
This is a turnkey opportunity to acquire the assets of a well-established printing and copy services business. Located in a high traffic/commercial area in Santa Monica, this business has served the...
$74,000
San Jose, CA
Founded in 1987, M-pulse Microwave has been and continues to be a technological leader and innovator in the RF and microwave semiconductor industry. Located in two custom designed manufacturing...
$2,500,000
Available in California
Power is powerful! Invest in a top-tier, recession-resistant electrical services franchise backed by the Mister Sparky brand!
$150,000
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This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established U.S.-based manufacturer and ecommerce brand specializing in modern, sustainable privacy pods and soundproof office booths. Trusted by thousands...
$3,400,000
Orange County, CA
Established in 2003, this owner-operated custom sign company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality signage, vinyl lettering, and banners to a loyal and diverse customer base. Known...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
$975,000
Alameda County, CA
Garden Grove, CA
Full-service sign company located in North Orange County. Established in 1996, .Specialize in meeting the needs of homebuilders. Since then they have expanded and assist industrial and commercial...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $147,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This is an established B2B service provider located in San Fernando Valley. Opened in 2014, the location has built an excellent reputation for quality and service. This business has multiple revenue...
$135,000
Jock Purtle
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El Dorado County, CA
This business has built an excellent reputation in the glass and door industry. They have become a recognized brand name by offering customers the highest quality products and services. The company is...
$2,300,000
Cash Flow: $535,000
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San Benito County, CA
Are you looking to invest in a highly profitable, long-standing business in the food manufacturing industry? This well-established tortilla manufacturing factory, in operation for over 20 years in the...
$4,180,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established provider of high-quality printing, design, and marketing solutions is trusted by businesses and individuals alike. Known for innovation, exceptional customer service, and...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $103,550
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in Los Angeles County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional reputation and...
$175,000
Riverside, CA
Owner Financing Available for the Right Buyer! This state-of-the-art, 24,000 sq. ft. bottling facility offers a turnkey solution for private-label beverage and liquid product production. The plant is...
$1,450,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in San Luis Obispo County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional reputation...
$160,000
Oceanside, CA
In 2018, the distillery proudly produced its first barrel of Bourbon, marking the inception of a legacy of excellence in the spirits industry. Since then, the business has become synonymous with...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $1,594
San Bernardino County, CA
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a high-performing Mediterranean restaurant franchise in Southern California's dynamic market. This turnkey operation combines authentic cuisine with modern...
$850,000
$149,000
Riverside County, CA
California
With over 50 years of experience, the company specializes in the fabrication and installation of countertops and vertical surfaces for both commercial and residential applications. Renowned for its...
$2,750,000
Cash Flow: $714,876
Monterey County, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire a well-established, highly profitable B2B service provider with over 50 years of success and a stellar local reputation. Specializing in print, marketing, and design...
$1,295,000
Cash Flow: $353,000
Los Angeles, CA
The Company is in search of an opportunity to sell to an organization that has the ability to acquire and to continue to fully commercialize its unique and patented nerve saving device for prostate...
Cash Flow: $53,129
Los Angeles, CA
The Company is in search of buyer that will fully commercialize its unique and patented biofeedback device for the treatment of dysphagia. Dysphagia is a common and costly problem. Effective solutions...
Cash Flow: $5,149
Los Angeles, CA
The Company specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of precision aftermarket drivetrain components for various applications. It operates within the specialty equipment market and produces a...
Cash Flow: $1,500,000
Orange County, CA
Seize a unique opportunity to own a well-established sign shop with a proven track record of success. This thriving business benefits from a strong reputation, a loyal customer base, and a prime...
$199,000
Alameda County, CA
Sign fabrication, sales and installation. Given the rapid expansion of the East Bay area, I was looking to be involved in a business that would be able to capitalize on the extensive growth. With new...
$274,000
Cash Flow: $20,000
San Diego County, CA
A well-established custom glass and mirror company specializes in creating custom glass enclosures, mirrors, and glass guardrails. Its clientele primarily consists of general contractors, tile...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $315,423
California
Controls Systems & Product Engineering Company Specializing in Sensors & MMI Controls with over 25 years of history. It was originally started as a product development firm and in the past 40 years...
$3,200,000
Cash Flow: $657,816
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Cynthia Randall DRE # 01421980 Discover a rare opportunity to acquire a time-tested metal finishing business that has proudly served Alameda County and...
$270,000
Cash Flow: $62,611
$100,000
Sacramento, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Offering a legacy of over 15 years in precision manufacturing excellence, this business is well established and located in an advantageous area of Antelope Valley for the manufacturing industry. This...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $246,092
California
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA EXHAUST COMPONENT MANUFACTURER - SC2139 Asking Price: $2,850,000 Cash Flow: $480,000 Gross Revenue: $1,980,000 Down Payment: $2,850,000 Financing: Yes Business Location City:...
$2,850,000
Cash Flow: $480,000
California
RECESSION RESISTANT SILICON VALLEY MAIL CENTER FRANCHISE SC2153 Asking Price: $150,000 Cash Flow: On Request Gross Revenue: $275,000 Down Payment: $150,000 This Silicon Valley based Mail Center...
$150,000
California
NEW OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE 10% OF COMPANY AND PATENTS ******** COMPLETE NDA TO REVIEW DETAILS PHENOMENAL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY… ENDLESS POTENTIAL FOR GROWTH!!!! THIS IS IT!!!! (Seller needs to retire,...
$60,000
Los Angeles, CA
Step into ownership of a thoughtfully built, premium women’s athleisure brand designed for today’s market and tomorrow’s growth. Stylish, sustainable, and proudly American-made, this fashion-forward...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $4,332
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,095,000
Santa Barbara County, CA
$470,000
Orange County, CA
$130,000
Gary Walswick
KW COMMERCIAL
Serving Orange County, CA
KW COMMERCIAL is a Division of Keller Williams International, the recognized leader in the Real Estate Estate Industry, with almost 180,000 Agents around the world. The Commercial Division is a network of over 2,000 Commercial Real Estate Professionals, strategically placed in key Market Centers around the country. Capitalizing on it's " Local Touch & Global Reach", KW COMMERCIAL delivers a full spectrum of CRE Services, driven by the Client's needs and the highest level of market exposure.
Santa Clara County, CA
$100,000
Big Bear Lake, CA
$150,000
$1,950,000
Huntington Beach, CA
Glendale, CA
$265,000
San Diego County, CA
$199,000
Orange County, CA
$99,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$75,000
Los Angeles, CA
$1,095,000
California
$1,155,000
Menlo Park, CA
$675,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$270,000
Companies that "make something" are always in demand, and U.S. manufacturing is growing, despite the decades long march towards offshore production. The manufacturing sector is resilient, and less affected by broader market trends.
If you are considering buying or selling a manufacturing business in California, having some context is important for evaluating individual businesses relative to the market. To that end, we have aggregated business for sale listing data of California manufacturing businesses and surfaced key financial metrics and valuation multiples based on asking prices.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
260 |
Median Asking Price |
$600,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$864,654 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$202,748 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
California Manufacturing Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.50 |
2.44 |
Median |
0.73 |
3.28 |
Upper Quartile |
1.12 |
4.46 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Manufacturing Business Valuation Metrics and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a manufacturing business in California?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for a manufacturing business in California is $600,000.
How much do manufacturing business owners earn?
Manufacturing business owners in California report median annual sales of $864,654 and annual owner earnings of $202,748. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a manufacturing business?
Valuing a manufacturing business involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among manufacturing businesses listed for sale in California range from 0.50 to 1.12, with the median at 0.73. Earnings multiples range from 2.44 to 4.46, with the median at 3.28 These values suggest a typical manufacturing business in California may sell for around 0.73 times its annual revenue, and 3.28 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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