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ZIP 29206 — Business Opportunities

Columbia, SC · Local economy intelligence
Population
18,746
Median income
$83,708
Median age
36.9
Households
8,121

Top business opportunities in 29206

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

  1. 1. Electronics Repair 100/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Childcare 99/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Toys & Games 98/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Veterinary 89/100
    ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Dancing School 87/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Electronics 86/100
    ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Fitness Centre 84/100
    ~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Dental 72/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Prep School 65/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Medical & Healthcare 64/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 29206.

Full demographic profile

Population18,746
Households8,121
Median household income$83,708
Per capita income$55,212
Median age36.9
% bachelor's degree or higher63.873%
% age 18–3417.593%
% age 65+13.395%
% renter-occupied31.552%
Median home value$301,100
Median gross rent$1,293
Unemployment rate3.127%

Nearby ZIPs in SC

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