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ZIP 28216 — Business Opportunities

Charlotte, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
53,422
Median income
$58,579
Median age
35.8
Households
22,965

Top business opportunities in 28216

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Cafes & Coffee Shops 88/100
    ~7.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Bars & Nightlife 87/100
    ~6.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Dancing School 73/100
    ~3.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Childcare 73/100
    ~3.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Toys & Games 67/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Fitness Centre 67/100
    ~4.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Driving School 64/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Prep School 59/100
    ~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Music School 58/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28216.

Full demographic profile

Population53,422
Households22,965
Median household income$58,579
Per capita income$33,631
Median age35.8
% bachelor's degree or higher35.667%
% age 18–3424.859%
% age 65+8.972%
% renter-occupied46.113%
Median home value$220,600
Median gross rent$1,365
Unemployment rate3.3%

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