ZIP 05602 — Business Opportunities

Montpelier, VT · Local economy intelligence

Population

12,572

Median income

$78,376

Median age

45.7

Households

5,687

Top business opportunities in 05602

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

1. Cafes & Coffee Shops 100/100
~8.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Laundromats 96/100
~4.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Convenience Stores 63/100
~6.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Bars & Nightlife 62/100
~6.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Childcare 62/100
~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Furniture & Home Decor 61/100
~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Fitness Centre 61/100
~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Jewelry & Accessories 61/100
~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Clothing & Apparel 60/100
~5.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Schools 59/100
~10.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 05602.

Government Services — 10 businesses
Grave Yard — 2 businesses
Shelter — 2 businesses
Legal Services — 2 businesses
Auto Repair — 2 businesses
Nature Reserve — 1 businesses
Religious — 1 businesses
Park — 1 businesses
Parking — 1 businesses
Banking & Finance — 1 businesses
Restaurants — 1 businesses
Libraries — 1 businesses
Dental — 1 businesses
Hotels & Lodging — 1 businesses
Insurance — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	12,572
Households	5,687
Median household income	$78,376
Per capita income	$47,138
Median age	45.7
% bachelor's degree or higher	59.251%
% age 18–34	17.141%
% age 65+	17.34%
% renter-occupied	30.443%
Median home value	$323,300
Median gross rent	$1,159
Unemployment rate	2.767%

Nearby ZIPs in VT

05481 Saint Albans Bay · 05478 Saint Albans · 05477 Richmond · 05476 Richford · 05474 North Hero · 05471 Montgomery Center

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