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ZIP 17501 — Business Opportunities

Akron, PA · Local economy intelligence
Population
4,639
Median income
$68,066
Median age
37.6
Households
1,897

Top business opportunities in 17501

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Dancing School 83/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Toys & Games 83/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Driving School 83/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Music School 83/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Prep School 72/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Bars & Nightlife 68/100
    ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Fitness Centre 55/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Fitness Station 55/100
    ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Parking 53/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 17501.

Full demographic profile

Population4,639
Households1,897
Median household income$68,066
Per capita income$33,653
Median age37.6
% bachelor's degree or higher14.277%
% age 18–3421.449%
% age 65+13.602%
% renter-occupied40.477%
Median home value$230,700
Median gross rent$1,142
Unemployment rate2.754%

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