ZIP 28277 — Business Opportunities

Charlotte, NC · Local economy intelligence

Population

71,047

Median income

$117,369

Median age

40.3

Households

28,385

Top business opportunities in 28277

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~9.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. Electronics Repair 87/100
~6.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
3. Childcare 86/100
~7.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. Furniture & Home Decor 79/100
~11.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
5. Veterinary 78/100
~8.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. Electronics 76/100
~5.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
7. Clothing & Apparel 75/100
~16.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. Dancing School 52/100
~5.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. Toys & Games 48/100
~4.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
10. Driving School 45/100
~3.7 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28277.

Schools — 11 businesses
Restaurants — 10 businesses
Park — 7 businesses
Fast Food — 6 businesses
Banking & Finance — 6 businesses
Fitness Centre — 5 businesses
Religious — 4 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 3 businesses
Government Services — 2 businesses
Hotels & Lodging — 2 businesses
Doctors — 2 businesses
Auto Repair — 2 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 2 businesses
Desserts & Ice Cream — 2 businesses
Department Store — 2 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	71,047
Households	28,385
Median household income	$117,369
Per capita income	$64,880
Median age	40.3
% bachelor's degree or higher	65.823%
% age 18–34	15.916%
% age 65+	8.926%
% renter-occupied	36.992%
Median home value	$460,500
Median gross rent	$1,695
Unemployment rate	3.584%

Nearby ZIPs in NC

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

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