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ZIP 36518 — Business Opportunities

Chatom, AL · Local economy intelligence
Population
2,256
Median income
$65,125
Median age
55.2
Households
839

Top business opportunities in 36518

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

  1. 1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Electronics Repair 92/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Furniture & Home Decor 91/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Pharmacies 90/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Veterinary 89/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Dental 86/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Clothing & Apparel 82/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Grocery & Supermarkets 79/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Restaurants 79/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Parking 76/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 36518.

Full demographic profile

Population2,256
Households839
Median household income$65,125
Per capita income$41,223
Median age55.2
% bachelor's degree or higher16.585%
% age 18–3414.628%
% age 65+14.406%
% renter-occupied11.714%
Median home value$168,000
Median gross rent$646
Unemployment rate7.031%

Nearby ZIPs in AL

36551 Loxley · 36562 Perdido · 36564 Point Clear · 36567 Robertsdale · 36574 Seminole · 36427 Brewton

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