ZIP 25438 — Business Opportunities

Ranson, WV · Local economy intelligence

Population

7,227

Median income

$78,393

Median age

35.0

Households

2,668

Top business opportunities in 25438

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

1. Childcare 100/100
~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Laundromats 87/100
~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Clothing & Apparel 87/100
~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Electronics Repair 84/100
~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Electronics 84/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Veterinary 78/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Jewelry & Accessories 61/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Dental 54/100
~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Auto Sales 52/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Fitness Centre 50/100
~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 25438.

Fast Food — 20 businesses
Restaurants — 17 businesses
Hotels & Lodging — 9 businesses
Gas Stations — 9 businesses
Religious — 6 businesses
Banking & Finance — 6 businesses
Convenience Stores — 5 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 3 businesses
Park — 3 businesses
Furniture & Home Decor — 3 businesses
Pharmacies — 3 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 3 businesses
Schools — 2 businesses
Parking — 2 businesses
Variety Store — 2 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	7,227
Households	2,668
Median household income	$78,393
Per capita income	$32,756
Median age	35.0
% bachelor's degree or higher	16.452%
% age 18–34	22.305%
% age 65+	10.987%
% renter-occupied	30.161%
Median home value	$211,700
Median gross rent	$1,117
Unemployment rate	4.35%

Nearby ZIPs in WV

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