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ZIP 29204 — Business Opportunities

Columbia, SC · Local economy intelligence
Population
18,034
Median income
$48,074
Median age
37.8
Households
7,305

Top business opportunities in 29204

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

  1. 1. Bars & Nightlife 100/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Laundromats 96/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Cafes & Coffee Shops 93/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Fitness Centre 69/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Fire Station 60/100
    ~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Courthouse 60/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Police 60/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Prison 60/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Townhall 60/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Marketplace 60/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 29204.

Full demographic profile

Population18,034
Households7,305
Median household income$48,074
Per capita income$31,019
Median age37.8
% bachelor's degree or higher37.318%
% age 18–3426.738%
% age 65+12.526%
% renter-occupied33.778%
Median home value$165,400
Median gross rent$932
Unemployment rate10.999%

Nearby ZIPs in SC

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