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ZIP 28278 — Business Opportunities

Charlotte, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
35,260
Median income
$116,576
Median age
36.0
Households
12,354

Top business opportunities in 28278

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

  1. 1. Childcare 100/100
    ~4.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Electronics Repair 89/100
    ~3.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Furniture & Home Decor 87/100
    ~5.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Veterinary 79/100
    ~4.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Fitness Centre 74/100
    ~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Dancing School 58/100
    ~2.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Toys & Games 53/100
    ~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Driving School 50/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Grocery 47/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Prep School 46/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28278.

Full demographic profile

Population35,260
Households12,354
Median household income$116,576
Per capita income$50,468
Median age36.0
% bachelor's degree or higher53.678%
% age 18–3420.38%
% age 65+7.484%
% renter-occupied24.478%
Median home value$381,000
Median gross rent$1,634
Unemployment rate4.768%

Nearby ZIPs in NC

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

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