Hardware Stores vs Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores

Side-by-side revenue comparison of these two business types.

MetricHardware StoresGasoline Stations
Average Revenue$3.7M$6.0M
Profit Margin4.0%4.0%
Est. Owner Income$147K$241K
Revenue / Employee$231K$401K
Labor Cost %14.0%6.0%
Total Businesses9,31055,291
Startup Cost (Low)$75K$75K
Startup Cost (High)$400K$400K
5-Year Survival Rate48.0%48.0%
YoY Growth4.0%4.0%
Avg Employee WageN/AN/A