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ZIP 28052 — Business Opportunities

Gastonia, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
35,894
Median income
$44,448
Median age
34.8
Households
13,218

Top business opportunities in 28052

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Dancing School 90/100
    ~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Childcare 82/100
    ~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Toys & Games 81/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Driving School 76/100
    ~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Prep School 71/100
    ~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Music School 68/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Bars & Nightlife 54/100
    ~3.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Auto Parts 50/100
    ~3.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Auto Repair 50/100
    ~5.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28052.

Full demographic profile

Population35,894
Households13,218
Median household income$44,448
Per capita income$22,904
Median age34.8
% bachelor's degree or higher15.052%
% age 18–3421.505%
% age 65+8.848%
% renter-occupied38.496%
Median home value$152,800
Median gross rent$976
Unemployment rate8.716%

Nearby ZIPs in NC

27921 Camden · 27920 Buxton · 27919 Belvidere · 27917 Barco · 27871 Robersonville · 27870 Roanoke Rapids

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