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ZIP 28731 — Business Opportunities

Flat Rock, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
8,506
Median income
$68,276
Median age
53.4
Households
3,578

Top business opportunities in 28731

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

  1. 1. Pharmacies 100/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Dental 81/100
    ~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Medical & Healthcare 81/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Hospitals 75/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Furniture & Home Decor 74/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Jewelry & Accessories 72/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Electronics Repair 68/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Veterinary 67/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Electronics 67/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Parking 64/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28731.

Full demographic profile

Population8,506
Households3,578
Median household income$68,276
Per capita income$37,833
Median age53.4
% bachelor's degree or higher33.689%
% age 18–3415.342%
% age 65+20.891%
% renter-occupied15.881%
Median home value$309,200
Median gross rent$920
Unemployment rate7.685%

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