Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) vs Offices of Lawyers
Side-by-side revenue comparison of these two business types.
| Metric | Research and | Offices of |
|---|---|---|
| Average Revenue | $15.5M | $1.5M |
| Profit Margin | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Est. Owner Income | $3.4M | $339K |
| Revenue / Employee | $291K | $234K |
| Labor Cost % | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| Total Businesses | 9,824 | 158,695 |
| Startup Cost (Low) | $10K | $25K |
| Startup Cost (High) | $75K | $100K |
| 5-Year Survival Rate | 60.0% | 72.0% |
| YoY Growth | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| Avg Employee Wage | $154K | $129K |