ZIP 11976 — Business Opportunities

Water Mill, NY · Local economy intelligence

Population

2,437

Median income

$185,000

Median age

52.5

Households

1,140

Top business opportunities in 11976

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Veterinary 82/100
~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Clothing & Apparel 81/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Electronics 80/100
~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
5. Electronics Repair 72/100
~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
6. Fitness Station 70/100
~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Pharmacies 55/100
~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Dental 55/100
~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Grocery & Supermarkets 46/100
~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Bars & Nightlife 42/100
~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 11976.

Farm — 6 businesses
Restaurants — 2 businesses
Convenience Stores — 2 businesses
Museum — 2 businesses
Furniture & Home Decor — 2 businesses
Architect — 2 businesses
Gas Stations — 2 businesses
Schools — 1 businesses
Religious — 1 businesses
Hotels & Lodging — 1 businesses
Other — 1 businesses
Home Improvement — 1 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 1 businesses
Government Services — 1 businesses
Park — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	2,437
Households	1,140
Median household income	$185,000
Per capita income	$141,676
Median age	52.5
% bachelor's degree or higher	75.833%
% age 18–34	16.783%
% age 65+	14.936%
% renter-occupied	4.135%
Median home value	$2,000,001
Median gross rent	$3,142
Unemployment rate	9.561%

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