ZIP 01532 — Business Opportunities

Northborough, MA · Local economy intelligence

Population

15,647

Median income

$160,801

Median age

44.8

Households

5,812

Top business opportunities in 01532

The highest-scored business categories to consider opening in Northborough, MA, based on demand (population, income, demographic fit) versus existing supply.

1. Childcare 100/100
~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. Jewelry & Accessories 99/100
~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. Furniture & Home Decor 87/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. Electronics 80/100
~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
5. Veterinary 75/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. Toys & Games 70/100
~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
7. Dancing School 70/100
~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. Music School 70/100
~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. Language School 66/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
10. Driving School 64/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 01532.

Nature Reserve — 12 businesses
Religious — 11 businesses
Restaurants — 10 businesses
Schools — 7 businesses
Fast Food — 5 businesses
Park — 5 businesses
Banking & Finance — 5 businesses
Gas Stations — 4 businesses
Auto Sales — 4 businesses
Department Store — 4 businesses
Clothing & Apparel — 4 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 3 businesses
Convenience Stores — 3 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 3 businesses
Pitch — 2 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	15,647
Households	5,812
Median household income	$160,801
Per capita income	$78,140
Median age	44.8
% bachelor's degree or higher	65.178%
% age 18–34	13.587%
% age 65+	11.485%
% renter-occupied	14.948%
Median home value	$548,400
Median gross rent	$1,920
Unemployment rate	4.96%

Nearby ZIPs in MA

01475 Winchendon · 01474 West Townsend · 01473 Westminster · 01259 Southfield · 01230 Great Barrington · 01229 Glendale

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