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ZIP 02746 — Business Opportunities

New Bedford, MA · Local economy intelligence
Population
16,286
Median income
$39,545
Median age
30.9
Households
6,731

Top business opportunities in 02746

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

  1. 1. Convenience Stores 100/100
    ~5.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Toys & Games 85/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Dancing School 85/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Music School 85/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Prep School 85/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Language School 79/100
    ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Driving School 76/100
    ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Childcare 70/100
    ~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Bars & Nightlife 55/100
    ~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Financial Advisor 36/100
    ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 02746.

Full demographic profile

Population16,286
Households6,731
Median household income$39,545
Per capita income$23,693
Median age30.9
% bachelor's degree or higher9.379%
% age 18–3427.048%
% age 65+9.444%
% renter-occupied74.671%
Median home value$292,200
Median gross rent$1,017
Unemployment rate10.185%

Nearby ZIPs in MA

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