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ZIP 27712 — Business Opportunities

Durham, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
23,150
Median income
$85,216
Median age
44.9
Households
9,393

Top business opportunities in 27712

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

  1. 1. Furniture & Home Decor 100/100
    ~3.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Jewelry & Accessories 97/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Childcare 87/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Electronics Repair 82/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Cafes & Coffee Shops 73/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Clothing & Apparel 72/100
    ~4.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Dancing School 65/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Dental 65/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Fitness Centre 62/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Toys & Games 60/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 27712.

Full demographic profile

Population23,150
Households9,393
Median household income$85,216
Per capita income$53,544
Median age44.9
% bachelor's degree or higher50.086%
% age 18–3414.251%
% age 65+14.95%
% renter-occupied10.759%
Median home value$292,200
Median gross rent$1,555
Unemployment rate3.357%

Nearby ZIPs in NC

27713 Durham · 27709 Durham · 27708 Durham · 27707 Durham · 27705 Durham · 27801 Rocky Mount

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