Hardware Merchant Wholesalers vs Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
Side-by-side revenue comparison of these two business types.
| Metric | Hardware Merchant | Wholesale Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Average Revenue | $12.1M | $3.9M |
| Profit Margin | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Est. Owner Income | $483K | $154K |
| Revenue / Employee | $578K | $559K |
| Labor Cost % | 12.0% | 12.0% |
| Total Businesses | 4,427 | 34,158 |
| Startup Cost (Low) | $50K | $50K |
| Startup Cost (High) | $250K | $250K |
| 5-Year Survival Rate | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| YoY Growth | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| Avg Employee Wage | $78K | $126K |