Hanford, CA
$500,000

Hanford, CA
$500,000

Fairfax County, VA
$2,450,000
Essex County, NJ
$499,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ocean County, NJ
$750,000
Pinellas County, FL
$1,200,000
Texas
$1,900,000
Orange County, CA
$199,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Omaha, NE
$3,480,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Salisbury, NC
$859,000
Walker County, TX
$150,000
Alhambra, CA
$1,800,000
Saint Charles, MO
$145,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bakersfield, CA
$699,000
$150,000
York, PA
Alameda County, CA
$489,999
Bossier City, LA
$495,000
Heather Valeri, Broker of Distinction
Serving Charleston County, SC
Ranked top 10 business brokerage firms in the USA and ranked #1 best business advisory firm in South Carolina. Meridian Business Advisors is a leader in industry. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation, or are personally interested in owning your own company, our company offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. From business brokerage to mergers and acquisitions; we are the business experts. We strive for complete confidentiality and work with our clients through all phases before and after the sale to ensure a smooth transition. We are also an independent business brokerage company and a trailblazer for the industry. We strive to raise the bar on best practices, technology and service. We are powered by the EXP Realty global network. Plus, part of the top 10 real estate team in the USA- Legacy Group International with over $100m in real estate sales for 2025.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Louisiana
$2,700,000
Idaho
$525,000
Harris County, TX
$295,000
San Jose, CA
$800,000
Pflugerville, TX
$285,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Henry County, OH
$349,900
Pasco County, FL
$450,000
$250,000
Fremont, CA
$680,000
Somerset County, NJ
$4,300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Polk County, IA
$6,400,000
Melrose, FL
$75,000
Calhoun, GA
$1,500,000
Broward County, FL
$199,000
Jasper County, TX
$485,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$1,195,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$1,100,000
Orange County, NY
$425,000
Monmouth County, NJ
$340,000
Dane County, WI
$2,400,000
Philadelphia, PA
$1,025,000
Passaic County, NJ
$700,000
Orange County, CA
$270,000
Bastrop, TX
$98,000
Williamson County, TX
$1,200,000
Chicago, IL
$3,800,000
Ryan Cullen
RPG Equipment
Serving Worcester County, MA
At RPG, we specialize in connecting serious buyers with quality heavy equipment and businesses in the material processing, construction, and earthmoving industries. From grinders, crushers, and screeners to complete operations, our focus is on helping clients navigate transactions with confidence, clarity, and speed. With deep industry knowledge and a nationwide network, we understand that every deal is more than just numbers—it’s about timing, trust, and finding the right fit. Whether you’re looking to sell a single machine, liquidate a fleet, or transition out of a business, we position your asset in front of qualified buyers who are ready to move. Our brokerage process is straightforward and transparent. We start with a detailed evaluation, provide market-driven pricing guidance, and create targeted outreach strategies to maximize exposure. We handle the marketing, inquiries, negotiations, and closing details so you can focus on your next step. For buyers, we actively source equipment and business opportunities based on your exact needs, often tapping into off-market deals not listed anywhere else. What sets us apart is our ability to move quickly while maintaining the personal, relationship-driven service our clients value. We know the industry inside and out—how machines are built, what they’re worth in today’s market, and where the demand is strongest. That expertise helps us close deals faster and secure better results for both buyers and sellers. If you’re ready to sell, buy, or explore your options, we’ll put our network, experience, and hustle to work for you.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dixon, CA
$5,456,131
Cook County, IL
$50,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Philadelphia County, PA
$5,125,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
North Carolina
$2,430,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wisconsin
$1,004,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Nevada
$1,357,000
Orlando, FL
$3,887,400
Bentonville, AR
$4,004,650
Windsor, CA
$2,938,000
The U.S. childcare industry is a $50+ billion market and grows every year. This growth is driven by several factors, including increased participation of women in the workforce, rising parental awareness about early childhood education, and the prevalence of dual-income households.
If you are in the market to buy or sell a day care or childcare business, it’s important to understand how these businesses perform financially, and how they are valued in the business for sale market. To help you get started, we have aggregated data from childcare business for sale listings to surface typical financials as well as revenue and earnings multiples based on asking prices. These values can provide relevant context when evaluating individual businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
352 |
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Median Asking Price |
$575,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$683,207 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$200,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Day Care and Child Care Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.57 |
2.16 |
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Median |
0.93 |
3.17 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.96 |
4.36 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Day Care & Child Care Business Valuation Multiples and Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a childcare business?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for a childcare business is $575,000.
How much do childcare business owners earn?
Day care and childcare business owners report median annual sales of $683,207 and annual owner earnings of $200,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a day care or childcare business?
Valuing a day care or childcare 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 childcare businesses listed for sale range from 0.57 to 1.96, with the median at 0.93. Earnings multiples range from 2.16 to 4.36, with the median at 3.17. These values suggest the average childcare business in the U.S. may sell for around 0.93 times its annual revenue, and 3.17 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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