ZIP 12009 — Business Opportunities

Altamont, NY · Local economy intelligence

Population

8,322

Median income

$106,563

Median age

42.9

Households

3,169

Top business opportunities in 12009

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

1. Furniture & Home Decor 100/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Jewelry & Accessories 97/100
~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Bicycle Parking 93/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Parking Entrance 93/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Parking Space 93/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Childcare 89/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Auto Sales 86/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Auto Parts 86/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Veterinary 84/100
~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Clothing & Apparel 81/100
~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 12009.

Parking — 9 businesses
Restaurants — 5 businesses
Park — 5 businesses
Viewpoint — 3 businesses
Grave Yard — 3 businesses
Information — 2 businesses
Religious — 2 businesses
Government Services — 2 businesses
Convenience Stores — 2 businesses
Hair Salons — 2 businesses
Auto Repair — 2 businesses
Gas Stations — 2 businesses
Nature Reserve — 2 businesses
Banking & Finance — 1 businesses
Bars & Nightlife — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	8,322
Households	3,169
Median household income	$106,563
Per capita income	$57,205
Median age	42.9
% bachelor's degree or higher	52.928%
% age 18–34	16.559%
% age 65+	14.107%
% renter-occupied	19.226%
Median home value	$305,900
Median gross rent	$1,216
Unemployment rate	3.441%

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