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ZIP 12196 — Business Opportunities

West Sand Lake, NY · Local economy intelligence
Population
3,954
Median income
$110,000
Median age
42.0
Households
1,310

Top business opportunities in 12196

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

  1. 1. Childcare 100/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Trade School 75/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Toys & Games 71/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Prep School 64/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Music School 62/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Dancing School 58/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Schools 57/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Driving School 54/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Furniture & Home Decor 53/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Jewelry & Accessories 49/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 12196.

Full demographic profile

Population3,954
Households1,310
Median household income$110,000
Per capita income$44,750
Median age42.0
% bachelor's degree or higher38.299%
% age 18–3413.101%
% age 65+16.515%
% renter-occupied11.489%
Median home value$281,000
Median gross rent$1,041
Unemployment rate3.731%

Nearby ZIPs in NY

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