Yes, opening a bar can be a good investment. The average net profit of a successful bar is more than the average annual return from the stock market. This does not take into account the large upfront costs opening a bar requires, though. This only takes into account annual profits once a bar is up and running.

How much do you make owning a bar?

The average bar or nightclub brings in between $25,000 to $30,000 USD of revenue per month. Typical operating expenses (wages, rent, inventory, etc.) average around $20,000 USD per month. If you take revenue minus expenses, the average nightclub owner earns between $5,000 to $10,000 USD per month.

Does owning a bar make good money?

While the amount a bar can earn depends on size, location, and other factors, some estimates show that an average bar makes between $25,000 and $30,000 per week. This is assuming average-priced drinks of $8, average main dishes of $13, and average appetizers of $6.

What is the success rate of opening a bar?

The average net profit margin for a bar is between 10 and 15%.

Is it hard to start a bar?

A bar is a no-brainer. Opening a bar is hard, and running a successful bar is infinitely harder. A disturbing number of people think that if you can scratch together the money to get in, a bar will return astronomical profits, just because it is well stocked and the doors are open.