ZIP 17050 — Business Opportunities

Mechanicsburg, PA · Local economy intelligence

Population

42,003

Median income

$110,267

Median age

41.6

Households

16,295

Top business opportunities in 17050

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~6.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. Childcare 94/100
~6.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. Electronics Repair 82/100
~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. Veterinary 76/100
~5.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
5. Furniture & Home Decor 73/100
~4.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. Electronics 69/100
~2.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
7. Dancing School 67/100
~3.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. Toys & Games 67/100
~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. Driving School 67/100
~3.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. Music School 67/100
~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 17050.

Restaurants — 22 businesses
Auto Sales — 16 businesses
Fast Food — 15 businesses
Schools — 12 businesses
Park — 10 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 7 businesses
Banking & Finance — 7 businesses
Gas Stations — 6 businesses
Government Services — 4 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 4 businesses
Auto Repair — 4 businesses
Clothing & Apparel — 4 businesses
Department Store — 4 businesses
Company — 3 businesses
Convenience Stores — 3 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	42,003
Households	16,295
Median household income	$110,267
Per capita income	$53,971
Median age	41.6
% bachelor's degree or higher	51.398%
% age 18–34	15.337%
% age 65+	13.225%
% renter-occupied	23.569%
Median home value	$331,200
Median gross rent	$1,389
Unemployment rate	3.344%

Nearby ZIPs in PA

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