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ZIP 28428 — Business Opportunities

Carolina Beach, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
6,949
Median income
$87,330
Median age
51.1
Households
3,100

Top business opportunities in 28428

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

  1. 1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Electronics Repair 83/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Electronics 82/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Veterinary 78/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Pharmacies 70/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Dental 67/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Grocery 59/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Hospitals 52/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Bicycle Parking 51/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Upholsterer 51/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28428.

Full demographic profile

Population6,949
Households3,100
Median household income$87,330
Per capita income$54,065
Median age51.1
% bachelor's degree or higher44.581%
% age 18–348.476%
% age 65+16.002%
% renter-occupied12.61%
Median home value$446,300
Median gross rent$1,271
Unemployment rate8.379%

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