Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing vs Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)
Side-by-side revenue comparison of these two business types.
| Metric | Sheet Metal | Commercial Printing |
|---|---|---|
| Average Revenue | $7.1M | $5.8M |
| Profit Margin | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Est. Owner Income | $714K | $578K |
| Revenue / Employee | $258K | $306K |
| Labor Cost % | 22.0% | 18.0% |
| Total Businesses | 4,039 | 14,566 |
| 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 | $66K | $63K |