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ZIP 28741 — Business Opportunities

Highlands, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
4,209
Median income
$65,606
Median age
61.8
Households
2,297

Top business opportunities in 28741

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

  1. 1. Pharmacies 100/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Medical & Healthcare 70/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Dental 66/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Cafes & Coffee Shops 48/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Electronics Repair 39/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Veterinary 39/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Electronics 38/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Grocery 38/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Tobacco 37/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Sewing 37/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28741.

Full demographic profile

Population4,209
Households2,297
Median household income$65,606
Per capita income$62,228
Median age61.8
% bachelor's degree or higher48.282%
% age 18–3412.592%
% age 65+30.411%
% renter-occupied11.113%
Median home value$509,400
Median gross rent$787
Unemployment rate1.784%

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