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ZIP 28405 — Business Opportunities

Wilmington, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
34,356
Median income
$64,853
Median age
38.6
Households
14,905

Top business opportunities in 28405

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
    ~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Cafes & Coffee Shops 83/100
    ~5.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Childcare 66/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Bars & Nightlife 65/100
    ~3.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Dancing School 63/100
    ~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Fitness Centre 62/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Jewelry & Accessories 58/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Electronics 56/100
    ~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Grocery 56/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Driving School 55/100
    ~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28405.

Full demographic profile

Population34,356
Households14,905
Median household income$64,853
Per capita income$42,657
Median age38.6
% bachelor's degree or higher39.056%
% age 18–3420.704%
% age 65+15.01%
% renter-occupied39.324%
Median home value$295,100
Median gross rent$1,324
Unemployment rate6.78%

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