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ZIP 28785 — Business Opportunities

Waynesville, NC · Local economy intelligence
Population
8,124
Median income
$59,700
Median age
47.9
Households
3,248

Top business opportunities in 28785

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

  1. 1. Pharmacies 100/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Gas Stations 96/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Bicycle Parking 92/100
    ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Auto Parts 90/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Auto Repair 90/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Auto Sales 90/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Medical & Healthcare 88/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Hospitals 85/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Cafes & Coffee Shops 76/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Fast Food 74/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 28785.

Full demographic profile

Population8,124
Households3,248
Median household income$59,700
Per capita income$34,724
Median age47.9
% bachelor's degree or higher31.789%
% age 18–3416.285%
% age 65+18.119%
% renter-occupied12.189%
Median home value$263,800
Median gross rent$1,009
Unemployment rate3.98%

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