Selling a Business in Middlesex County
Middlesex County has 44,624 employer businesses, and 84% of them have fewer than 20 employees. This page shows the local mix of industries and how a sale is handled here.
Part of the Boston area.
LOCAL SNAPSHOT
Middlesex County by the numbers
44,624
44,624
EMPLOYER BUSINESSES
84%
84%
SMALL EMPLOYER SHARE
163,384
163,384
BUSINESSES WITH NO EMPLOYEES
963,417
963,417
EMPLOYMENT
$97.8 billion
$97.8 billion
ANNUAL PAYROLL
17,542
17,542
BUSINESSES WITH 5 TO 49 EMPLOYEES
U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2023 and Nonemployer Statistics 2024. Counts are employer establishments, meaning business locations with paid employees.
How Middlesex County compares
Middlesex County ranks 1st of 14 Massachusetts counties and county equivalents for employer businesses.
The number of employer businesses fell 0.3% between 2018 and 2023.
Professional and technical services makes up 16% of employer businesses in Middlesex County, compared with 12% in Massachusetts.
17,542 employer businesses here have 5 to 49 employees.
Middlesex County ranks 1st of 14 Massachusetts counties and county equivalents for employer businesses.
The number of employer businesses fell 0.3% between 2018 and 2023.
Professional and technical services makes up 16% of employer businesses in Middlesex County, compared with 12% in Massachusetts.
17,542 employer businesses here have 5 to 49 employees.
Industry mix
The largest industries by number of employer businesses:
Professional and technical services: 6,991 employer businesses
Health care and social assistance: 5,202 employer businesses
Construction: 4,952 employer businesses
Retail: 4,650 employer businesses
Repair, personal care and other services: 4,468 employer businesses
The largest industries by number of employer businesses:
Professional and technical services: 6,991 employer businesses
Health care and social assistance: 5,202 employer businesses
Construction: 4,952 employer businesses
Retail: 4,650 employer businesses
Repair, personal care and other services: 4,468 employer businesses
INDUSTRIES
What sells in Middlesex County
Professional and technical services, health care and social assistance, construction, retail
Every kind of business we sell in Middlesex County
We sell businesses in every one of these industries in Middlesex County. Counts are employer businesses in the closest Census industry codes. Industries without a clean Census match are listed without a count, and a few industries share one Census category, so their counts match. A sale multiple is the price a business typically sells for as a multiple of its earnings. SDE means seller's discretionary earnings, which is the owner's pay plus the profit of the business. EBITDA means earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization.
Construction & Engineering
6,056 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
General Contracting: 1,598 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Landscaping: 984 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Interior Finishing: 899 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Plumbing: 770 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x SDE.
HVAC Services: 770 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.6x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Electrical: 626 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Civil Engineering: 494 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 7.0x - 11.0x EBITDA.
Foundation & Site Prep: 282 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x EBITDA + Fleet.
Roofing & Siding: 155 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Masonry: 151 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x EBITDA + Equipment.
Carpentry & Framing: 68 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Remediation & Restoration: 29 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Restaurants & Food
3,929 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Full-Service Restaurants: 1,425 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Quick-Service & Fast Food: 1,226 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Coffee Shops: 623 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Liquor, Wine & Beer Stores: 305 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Grocery Stores & Markets: 269 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE + Inventory.
Bakeries: 81 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Medical Practices
2,868 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Dental Practices: 909 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x EBITDA.
Primary & Family Care: 675 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.2x SDE.
Mental & Behavioral Health: 293 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Physical Therapy & Rehab: 242 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Home Health & Hospice: 213 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Veterinary Medicine: 133 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 6.0x - 9.0x EBITDA.
Medical Labs & Imaging: 127 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.5x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Specialty Medicine: 112 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 5.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Vision & Eye Care: 107 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Urgent Care Clinics: 57 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.0x EBITDA.
Financial & Professional Services
2,082 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Accounting & Tax Practices: 611 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Real Estate Brokerages: 545 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.5x SDE.
Insurance Agencies: 449 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 6.0x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Wealth Management: 381 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.7x - 4.0x Recurring Revenue.
Private Lending: 59 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Mortgage Brokerages: 37 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Retail Stores
1,832 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Fashion, Apparel & Jewelry: 580 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Health, Beauty & Pharmacy: 404 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.8x - 4.2x EBITDA.
Hardware, Garden & Building: 316 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE + Inventory.
Home Decor & Furniture: 199 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.2x SDE + Inventory.
Electronics & Repair: 121 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Hobby, Toys & Gift Shops: 114 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 2.8x SDE + Inventory.
Sporting Goods & Firearms: 98 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.3x - 3.4x SDE.
Manufacturing
1,251 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Electronics & Tech Manufacturing: 302 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.5x EBITDA.
Medical & Chemical Manufacturing: 246 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.5x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Metal Fabrication: 218 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.2x - 4.2x SDE.
Food & Beverage Manufacturing: 188 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.1x - 4.5x SDE.
Printing & Plastics: 156 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.9x - 4.9x SDE.
Wood & Furniture Manufacturing: 62 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE.
Construction Materials Manufacturing: 40 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Textile & Apparel Manufacturing: 39 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE.
Automotive & Boat
1,228 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Auto Repair: 495 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.2x SDE.
Collision Repair: 232 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Car Dealerships: 200 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2x - 8x Blue Sky + Assets.
Auto Parts: 138 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.2x SDE + Inventory.
Car Washes: 93 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.5x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Towing & Repo: 57 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.0x EBITDA + Fleet.
Boat Dealerships: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Marinas: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: Cap Rate or 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Beauty & Personal Care
1,186 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Hair Salons: 674 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.25x - 2.34x SDE.
Nail Salons: 281 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.4x - 1.88x SDE.
Day Spas: 194 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 2.8x SDE.
Tattoo Shops: 194 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Massage Parlors: 194 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Barber Shops: 37 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.25x SDE.
Home Services
1,018 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Property Management: 473 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Residential Cleaning: 436 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.6x SDE.
Commercial Cleaning: 436 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.47x - 4.11x EBITDA.
Pest Control: 73 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.34x - 2.90x SDE.
Security Systems: 36 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.9x EBITDA.
Technology & Media
989 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Software Companies (SaaS): 344 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x SDE.
Creative Agencies: 221 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 3.0x SDE.
Digital Marketing Agencies: 186 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Media, Film & Studio Production: 154 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.5x SDE.
Real Estate Media: 84 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.8x SDE.
Wholesale & Distribution
883 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Industrial & Construction Supply: 280 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Electronics, IT & Office Equipment Distribution: 271 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Food & Beverage Distribution: 150 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Medical, Dental & Pharmaceutical Distribution: 54 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Chemicals, Plastics & Raw Materials Distribution: 49 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Consumer Goods & Apparel Distribution: 43 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE + Inventory.
Packaging, Paper & JanSan Distribution: 36 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Gas Stations & Convenience
753 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Gas Stations: 386 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Convenience Stores: 367 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Education & Childcare
719 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Daycare Centers: 624 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.39x - 3.35x SDE.
Tutoring Centers: 95 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Logistics & Transportation
668 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
General Freight Trucking: 355 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.44x - 3.45x SDE.
Last-Mile & Courier: 71 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.76x - 3.32x SDE.
Warehousing & Fulfillment: 67 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Commercial Moving: 64 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 3.0x SDE.
Freight Brokerage & 3PL: 53 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
NEMT & Passenger Transport: 42 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.1x - 3.1x SDE.
Heavy Haul Transport: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 4.5x SDE.
Pharmacies & Medical Supply
520 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Home Infusion: 213 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Compounding Pharmacies: 186 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x EBITDA.
Specialty Pharmacies: 186 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Durable Medical Equipment (DME): 80 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Medical Supply Retail: 41 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE + Inventory.
Health & Fitness
490 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Gyms & Health Clubs: 337 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.44x - 2.93x SDE.
Yoga Studios: 337 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.07x - 2.50x SDE.
Pilates Studios: 337 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.10x - 3.00x SDE.
Personal Training Studios: 337 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.00x - 2.80x SDE.
Wellness & Recovery Centers: 153 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 5.5x - 9.7x EBITDA.
Hospitality & Travel
393 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Transportation Services: 184 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.1x SDE.
Hotels: 141 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.6x - 5.1x EBITDA.
Motels: 141 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.1x - 2.5x SDE.
Travel Agencies: 62 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.3x - 3.2x SDE.
Bed & Breakfasts / Inns: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Entertainment & Recreation
298 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Outdoor Recreation: 138 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Bars & Pubs: 79 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Clubs & Lounges: 79 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 6.0x EBITDA.
Golf Courses: 50 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 8.0x - 11.0x EBITDA.
Arcades & FECs: 24 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.1x - 3.6x SDE.
Bowling Alleys: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Senior Care & Living
246 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Non-Medical Home Care: 167 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Assisted Living Facilities: 53 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Senior Living Communities: 26 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Energy & Utilities
221 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Waste Management & Recycling: 81 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Assets.
Propane & Fuel Distribution: 75 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Assets.
Water & Wastewater Services: 54 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Oil & Gas Services: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x EBITDA + Equipment.
Solar & Renewable Energy: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 6.0x EBITDA.
Pet Services
211 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Pet Grooming & Spas: 166 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Boarding, Daycare & Training: 166 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Pet Retail & Specialty Supplies: 45 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE + Inventory.
We sell businesses in every one of these industries in Middlesex County. Counts are employer businesses in the closest Census industry codes. Industries without a clean Census match are listed without a count, and a few industries share one Census category, so their counts match. A sale multiple is the price a business typically sells for as a multiple of its earnings. SDE means seller's discretionary earnings, which is the owner's pay plus the profit of the business. EBITDA means earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization.
Construction & Engineering
6,056 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
General Contracting: 1,598 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Landscaping: 984 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Interior Finishing: 899 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Plumbing: 770 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x SDE.
HVAC Services: 770 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.6x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Electrical: 626 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Civil Engineering: 494 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 7.0x - 11.0x EBITDA.
Foundation & Site Prep: 282 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x EBITDA + Fleet.
Roofing & Siding: 155 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Masonry: 151 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x EBITDA + Equipment.
Carpentry & Framing: 68 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Remediation & Restoration: 29 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Restaurants & Food
3,929 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Full-Service Restaurants: 1,425 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Quick-Service & Fast Food: 1,226 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Coffee Shops: 623 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Liquor, Wine & Beer Stores: 305 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Grocery Stores & Markets: 269 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE + Inventory.
Bakeries: 81 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Medical Practices
2,868 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Dental Practices: 909 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x EBITDA.
Primary & Family Care: 675 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.2x SDE.
Mental & Behavioral Health: 293 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE.
Physical Therapy & Rehab: 242 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Home Health & Hospice: 213 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Veterinary Medicine: 133 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 6.0x - 9.0x EBITDA.
Medical Labs & Imaging: 127 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.5x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Specialty Medicine: 112 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 5.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Vision & Eye Care: 107 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Urgent Care Clinics: 57 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.0x EBITDA.
Financial & Professional Services
2,082 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Accounting & Tax Practices: 611 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Real Estate Brokerages: 545 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.5x SDE.
Insurance Agencies: 449 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 6.0x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Wealth Management: 381 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.7x - 4.0x Recurring Revenue.
Private Lending: 59 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Mortgage Brokerages: 37 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Retail Stores
1,832 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Fashion, Apparel & Jewelry: 580 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Health, Beauty & Pharmacy: 404 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.8x - 4.2x EBITDA.
Hardware, Garden & Building: 316 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE + Inventory.
Home Decor & Furniture: 199 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.2x SDE + Inventory.
Electronics & Repair: 121 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Hobby, Toys & Gift Shops: 114 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 2.8x SDE + Inventory.
Sporting Goods & Firearms: 98 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.3x - 3.4x SDE.
Manufacturing
1,251 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Electronics & Tech Manufacturing: 302 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.5x EBITDA.
Medical & Chemical Manufacturing: 246 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.5x - 8.0x EBITDA.
Metal Fabrication: 218 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.2x - 4.2x SDE.
Food & Beverage Manufacturing: 188 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.1x - 4.5x SDE.
Printing & Plastics: 156 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.9x - 4.9x SDE.
Wood & Furniture Manufacturing: 62 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE.
Construction Materials Manufacturing: 40 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Textile & Apparel Manufacturing: 39 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.8x SDE.
Automotive & Boat
1,228 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Auto Repair: 495 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.2x SDE.
Collision Repair: 232 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Car Dealerships: 200 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2x - 8x Blue Sky + Assets.
Auto Parts: 138 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.2x SDE + Inventory.
Car Washes: 93 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.5x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Towing & Repo: 57 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.0x EBITDA + Fleet.
Boat Dealerships: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Marinas: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: Cap Rate or 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Beauty & Personal Care
1,186 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Hair Salons: 674 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.25x - 2.34x SDE.
Nail Salons: 281 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.4x - 1.88x SDE.
Day Spas: 194 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 2.8x SDE.
Tattoo Shops: 194 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Massage Parlors: 194 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE.
Barber Shops: 37 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.25x SDE.
Home Services
1,018 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Property Management: 473 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Residential Cleaning: 436 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.6x SDE.
Commercial Cleaning: 436 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.47x - 4.11x EBITDA.
Pest Control: 73 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.34x - 2.90x SDE.
Security Systems: 36 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.9x EBITDA.
Technology & Media
989 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Software Companies (SaaS): 344 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x SDE.
Creative Agencies: 221 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.8x - 3.0x SDE.
Digital Marketing Agencies: 186 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Media, Film & Studio Production: 154 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.2x - 3.5x SDE.
Real Estate Media: 84 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.8x SDE.
Wholesale & Distribution
883 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Industrial & Construction Supply: 280 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Electronics, IT & Office Equipment Distribution: 271 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Food & Beverage Distribution: 150 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Medical, Dental & Pharmaceutical Distribution: 54 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Chemicals, Plastics & Raw Materials Distribution: 49 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Consumer Goods & Apparel Distribution: 43 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE + Inventory.
Packaging, Paper & JanSan Distribution: 36 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE.
Gas Stations & Convenience
753 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Gas Stations: 386 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Convenience Stores: 367 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 3.5x SDE + Inventory.
Education & Childcare
719 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Daycare Centers: 624 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.39x - 3.35x SDE.
Tutoring Centers: 95 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.5x SDE.
Logistics & Transportation
668 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
General Freight Trucking: 355 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.44x - 3.45x SDE.
Last-Mile & Courier: 71 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.76x - 3.32x SDE.
Warehousing & Fulfillment: 67 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x SDE.
Commercial Moving: 64 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 3.0x SDE.
Freight Brokerage & 3PL: 53 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
NEMT & Passenger Transport: 42 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.1x - 3.1x SDE.
Heavy Haul Transport: 16 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 4.5x SDE.
Pharmacies & Medical Supply
520 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Home Infusion: 213 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Compounding Pharmacies: 186 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 5.5x EBITDA.
Specialty Pharmacies: 186 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 6.5x EBITDA.
Durable Medical Equipment (DME): 80 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Medical Supply Retail: 41 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.5x - 4.0x SDE + Inventory.
Health & Fitness
490 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Gyms & Health Clubs: 337 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.44x - 2.93x SDE.
Yoga Studios: 337 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.07x - 2.50x SDE.
Pilates Studios: 337 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.10x - 3.00x SDE.
Personal Training Studios: 337 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.00x - 2.80x SDE.
Wellness & Recovery Centers: 153 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 5.5x - 9.7x EBITDA.
Hospitality & Travel
393 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Transportation Services: 184 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.1x SDE.
Hotels: 141 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.6x - 5.1x EBITDA.
Motels: 141 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.1x - 2.5x SDE.
Travel Agencies: 62 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.3x - 3.2x SDE.
Bed & Breakfasts / Inns: 6 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Entertainment & Recreation
298 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Outdoor Recreation: 138 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Bars & Pubs: 79 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 4.0x SDE.
Clubs & Lounges: 79 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 6.0x EBITDA.
Golf Courses: 50 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 8.0x - 11.0x EBITDA.
Arcades & FECs: 24 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.1x - 3.6x SDE.
Bowling Alleys: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x EBITDA.
Senior Care & Living
246 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Non-Medical Home Care: 167 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x SDE.
Assisted Living Facilities: 53 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Senior Living Communities: 26 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Real Estate.
Energy & Utilities
221 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Waste Management & Recycling: 81 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Assets.
Propane & Fuel Distribution: 75 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA + Assets.
Water & Wastewater Services: 54 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 4.0x - 7.0x EBITDA.
Oil & Gas Services: 7 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 5.0x EBITDA + Equipment.
Solar & Renewable Energy: 4 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.5x - 6.0x EBITDA.
Pet Services
211 related employer businesses in Middlesex County.
Pet Grooming & Spas: 166 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 2.0x - 3.0x SDE.
Boarding, Daycare & Training: 166 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 3.0x - 4.5x EBITDA.
Pet Retail & Specialty Supplies: 45 employer businesses here. Typical sale multiple: 1.5x - 2.5x SDE + Inventory.
Working with owners in Middlesex County
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions owners in Middlesex County ask
How long does it take to sell a business in Middlesex County?
The time depends on the price, the quality of the records and the number of qualified buyers. Many sales take six months or longer from the start of the process to closing.
How is a business valued in Middlesex County?
Valuation starts with the earnings the business produces for an owner, then adjusts for assets, size, industry and the terms a buyer is likely to accept. The result is a range, and the asking price is set inside it.
Is the sale confidential?
Buyers are asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement before they see the name of the business or its financial statements.
FROM OUR BLOG
Guides for owners in Middlesex County
October 3, 2025
Business Owners
Add-Backs: What Counts, What Does Not, and What Buyers Push Back On
Every add-back you can prove raises your sale price by two to three times its amount. Every add-back you cannot prove costs you credibility on all the others.
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October 3, 2025
Business Owners
Add-Backs: What Counts, What Does Not, and What Buyers Push Back On
Every add-back you can prove raises your sale price by two to three times its amount. Every add-back you cannot prove costs you credibility on all the others.
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March 5, 2026
Business Owners
Buyer Qualification: How We Screen Out the Buyers Who Cannot Close
Most inquiries on a business listing come from people who cannot close. Here is how they get screened out before they see your name or your financials.
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March 5, 2026
Business Owners
Buyer Qualification: How We Screen Out the Buyers Who Cannot Close
Most inquiries on a business listing come from people who cannot close. Here is how they get screened out before they see your name or your financials.
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February 9, 2026
Business Owners
The Confidential Information Memorandum: What Goes In It and Why
The CIM is the document a buyer reads before they decide to spend time on your business. Here is what it has to contain and the mistakes that cost sellers offers.
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February 9, 2026
Business Owners
The Confidential Information Memorandum: What Goes In It and Why
The CIM is the document a buyer reads before they decide to spend time on your business. Here is what it has to contain and the mistakes that cost sellers offers.
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