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ZIP 28601 — Business Opportunities

Hickory, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
53,172
Median income
$65,158
Median age
40.3
Households
21,501

Top business opportunities in 28601

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~3.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Bicycle Parking 85/100
    ~6.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Dancing School 84/100
    ~3.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Jewelry & Accessories 82/100
    ~3.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Electronics Repair 80/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Electronics 78/100
    ~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Auto Sales 78/100
    ~5.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Grocery 78/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Toys & Games 77/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Stonemason 76/100
    ~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28601.

Full demographic profile

Population53,172
Households21,501
Median household income$65,158
Per capita income$38,136
Median age40.3
% bachelor's degree or higher34.608%
% age 18–3419.828%
% age 65+12.463%
% renter-occupied31.301%
Median home value$223,100
Median gross rent$892
Unemployment rate5.249%

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