ZIP 01863 — Business Opportunities

North Chelmsford, MA · Local economy intelligence

Population

9,570

Median income

$128,682

Median age

42.0

Households

3,611

Top business opportunities in 01863

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

1. Furniture & Home Decor 100/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Childcare 99/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Bicycle Parking 96/100
~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Parking Space 96/100
~45.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Parking Entrance 96/100
~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Jewelry & Accessories 96/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Auto Parts 89/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Electronics 86/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
9. Clothing & Apparel 85/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Electronics Repair 85/100
~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 01863.

Nature Reserve — 18 businesses
Schools — 6 businesses
Gas Stations — 6 businesses
Recreation Ground — 6 businesses
Park — 5 businesses
Religious — 4 businesses
Restaurants — 4 businesses
Parking — 4 businesses
Fire Station — 3 businesses
Fast Food — 3 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 3 businesses
Government Services — 3 businesses
Golf Course — 3 businesses
Convenience Stores — 2 businesses
Libraries — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	9,570
Households	3,611
Median household income	$128,682
Per capita income	$52,711
Median age	42.0
% bachelor's degree or higher	45.494%
% age 18–34	19.833%
% age 65+	14.096%
% renter-occupied	15.445%
Median home value	$427,300
Median gross rent	$1,412
Unemployment rate	3.895%

Nearby ZIPs in MA

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