Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers vs Retail Bakeries

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

MetricMetal Coating,Retail Bakeries
Average Revenue$5.5M$1.8M
Profit Margin10.0%10.0%
Est. Owner Income$550K$181K
Revenue / Employee$250K$172K
Labor Cost %22.0%18.0%
Total Businesses2,3878,366
Startup Cost (Low)$50K$50K
Startup Cost (High)$250K$250K
5-Year Survival Rate50.0%50.0%
YoY Growth5.0%5.0%
Avg Employee Wage$61K$29K