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ZIP 28409 — Business Opportunities

Wilmington, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
34,397
Median income
$101,796
Median age
43.8
Households
13,723

Top business opportunities in 28409

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

  1. 1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
    ~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Furniture & Home Decor 85/100
    ~5.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Childcare 79/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Electronics Repair 78/100
    ~2.8 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Electronics 76/100
    ~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Veterinary 71/100
    ~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Clothing & Apparel 64/100
    ~6.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Dental 51/100
    ~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Dancing School 50/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Pharmacies 50/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28409.

Full demographic profile

Population34,397
Households13,723
Median household income$101,796
Per capita income$51,721
Median age43.8
% bachelor's degree or higher50.601%
% age 18–3412.068%
% age 65+13.78%
% renter-occupied16.581%
Median home value$360,500
Median gross rent$1,382
Unemployment rate3.675%

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