ZIP 28401 — Business Opportunities

Top business opportunities in 28401

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

1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
   ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. 2. Grave Yard 35/100
   ~4.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. 3. Stonemason 35/100
   ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. 4. Hair Salons 35/100
   ~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
5. 5. Home Improvement 35/100
   ~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. 6. Storage Rental 35/100
   ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
7. 7. Farm 35/100
   ~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. 8. Variety Store 35/100
   ~3.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. 9. Car Wash 35/100
   ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. 10. Estate Agent 35/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28401.

• Religious — 50 businesses
• Parking — 30 businesses
• Restaurants — 19 businesses
• Park — 19 businesses
• Schools — 18 businesses
• Bars & Nightlife — 13 businesses
• Hotels & Lodging — 11 businesses
• Fast Food — 9 businesses
• Cafes & Coffee Shops — 7 businesses
• Gas Stations — 6 businesses
• Banking & Finance — 6 businesses
• Events Venue — 6 businesses
• Museum — 6 businesses
• Convenience Stores — 5 businesses
• Attraction — 5 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	21,872
Households	10,684
Median household income	$46,743
Per capita income	$34,410
Median age	41.7
% bachelor's degree or higher	30.589%
% age 18–34	23.359%
% age 65+	14.082%
% renter-occupied	52.554%
Median home value	$219,700
Median gross rent	$1,073
Unemployment rate	5.244%

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