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ZIP 12144 — Business Opportunities

Rensselaer, NY · Local economy intelligence
Population
21,808
Median income
$92,875
Median age
40.6
Households
9,413

Top business opportunities in 12144

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

  1. 1. Bars & Nightlife 100/100
    ~4.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Fitness Centre 90/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Fitness Station 90/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Laundromats 85/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Bicycle Parking 83/100
    ~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Parking Entrance 83/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Parking Space 83/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Information 72/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. It 72/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Home Improvement 72/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 12144.

Full demographic profile

Population21,808
Households9,413
Median household income$92,875
Per capita income$43,706
Median age40.6
% bachelor's degree or higher36.512%
% age 18–3421.309%
% age 65+12.344%
% renter-occupied38.377%
Median home value$228,200
Median gross rent$1,304
Unemployment rate3.252%

Nearby ZIPs in NY

12092 Howes Cave · 12009 Altamont · 12007 Alcove · 11980 Yaphank · 12453 Malden On Hudson · 12456 Mount Marion

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