ZIP 26385 — Business Opportunities

Lost Creek, WV · Local economy intelligence

Population

2,883

Median income

$67,969

Median age

43.4

Households

1,113

Top business opportunities in 26385

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Furniture & Home Decor 93/100
~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Electronics Repair 88/100
~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Electronics 88/100
~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Cafes & Coffee Shops 88/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Clothing & Apparel 86/100
~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Fitness Centre 85/100
~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Veterinary 84/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Restaurants 82/100
~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Parking 80/100
~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 26385.

Grave Yard — 4 businesses
Religious — 4 businesses
Schools — 3 businesses
Park — 3 businesses
Community Centre — 2 businesses
Fire Station — 1 businesses
Libraries — 1 businesses
Gas Stations — 1 businesses
Banking & Finance — 1 businesses
Pharmacies — 1 businesses
Government Services — 1 businesses
Home Improvement — 1 businesses
Restaurants — 0 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 0 businesses
Auto Repair — 0 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	2,883
Households	1,113
Median household income	$67,969
Per capita income	$34,707
Median age	43.4
% bachelor's degree or higher	22.381%
% age 18–34	16.927%
% age 65+	13.285%
% renter-occupied	5.993%
Median home value	$151,200
Median gross rent	$1,070
Unemployment rate	4.136%

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