ZIP 28469 — Business Opportunities

Ocean Isle Beach, NC · Local economy intelligence

Population

8,828

Median income

$83,071

Median age

61.0

Households

4,150

Top business opportunities in 28469

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

1. Pharmacies 100/100
~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Dental 69/100
~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Medical & Healthcare 64/100
~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Jewelry & Accessories 63/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Hospitals 57/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
6. Electronics Repair 54/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
7. Electronics 53/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
8. Veterinary 51/100
~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Parking 43/100
~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Bicycle Parking 43/100
~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28469.

Restaurants — 12 businesses
Fast Food — 5 businesses
Clothing & Apparel — 4 businesses
Desserts & Ice Cream — 4 businesses
Public Bookcase — 4 businesses
Estate Agent — 3 businesses
Gas Stations — 2 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 2 businesses
Banking & Finance — 2 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 2 businesses
Religious — 1 businesses
Beauty & Nail Salons — 1 businesses
Bars & Nightlife — 1 businesses
Other — 1 businesses
Townhall — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	8,828
Households	4,150
Median household income	$83,071
Per capita income	$46,597
Median age	61.0
% bachelor's degree or higher	40.719%
% age 18–34	8.246%
% age 65+	29.384%
% renter-occupied	6.625%
Median home value	$350,600
Median gross rent	$1,042
Unemployment rate	2.49%

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