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ZIP 29223 — Business Opportunities

Columbia, SC · Local economy intelligence
Population
51,354
Median income
$52,603
Median age
37.5
Households
22,138

Top business opportunities in 29223

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

  1. 1. Cafes & Coffee Shops 100/100
    ~6.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Convenience Stores 92/100
    ~13.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Toys & Games 92/100
    ~4.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Bars & Nightlife 85/100
    ~6.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Dancing School 82/100
    ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Childcare 78/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Bicycle Parking 71/100
    ~5.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Other 69/100
    ~5.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Hvac 69/100
    ~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Roofer 69/100
    ~2.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 29223.

Full demographic profile

Population51,354
Households22,138
Median household income$52,603
Per capita income$34,398
Median age37.5
% bachelor's degree or higher35.954%
% age 18–3421.918%
% age 65+11.625%
% renter-occupied40.605%
Median home value$173,400
Median gross rent$1,188
Unemployment rate6.012%

Nearby ZIPs in SC

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