ZIP 07017 — Business Opportunities

East Orange, NJ · Local economy intelligence

Population

39,557

Median income

$60,137

Median age

35.6

Households

15,026

Top business opportunities in 07017

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

1. Laundromats 100/100
~4.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Convenience Stores 79/100
~9.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Bars & Nightlife 61/100
~5.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Prep School 57/100
~3.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Dancing School 57/100
~3.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Music School 57/100
~3.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Toys & Games 56/100
~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
8. Driving School 40/100
~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
9. Advertising Agency 39/100
~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Fashion Accessories 39/100
~2.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 07017.

Religious — 17 businesses
Schools — 13 businesses
Fire Station — 4 businesses
Restaurants — 3 businesses
Childcare — 3 businesses
Park — 2 businesses
Variety Store — 2 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 2 businesses
Educational Institution — 2 businesses
Garden Centre — 1 businesses
Rehabilitation — 1 businesses
Doityourself — 1 businesses
Convenience Stores — 1 businesses
Fitness Centre — 1 businesses
Storage Rental — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	39,557
Households	15,026
Median household income	$60,137
Per capita income	$30,216
Median age	35.6
% bachelor's degree or higher	20.123%
% age 18–34	23.627%
% age 65+	9.804%
% renter-occupied	64.51%
Median home value	$290,300
Median gross rent	$1,284
Unemployment rate	12.275%

Nearby ZIPs in NJ

07014 Clifton · 07013 Clifton · 07012 Clifton · 07011 Clifton · 07010 Cliffside Park · 07009 Cedar Grove

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