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ZIP 38642 — Business Opportunities

Lamar, MS · Local economy intelligence
Population
2,047
Median income
$56,768
Median age
36.1
Households
771

Top business opportunities in 38642

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

  1. 1. Bars & Nightlife 100/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Furniture & Home Decor 94/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Fitness Centre 92/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Jewelry & Accessories 89/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Clothing & Apparel 86/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Restaurants 84/100
    ~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Electronics Repair 81/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Electronics 81/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Veterinary 79/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Grocery & Supermarkets 69/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 38642.

Full demographic profile

Population2,047
Households771
Median household income$56,768
Per capita income$28,458
Median age36.1
% bachelor's degree or higher9.625%
% age 18–3425.256%
% age 65+7.963%
% renter-occupied20.513%
Median home value$117,900
Median gross rent$618
Unemployment rate1.61%

Nearby ZIPs in MS

38641 Lake Cormorant · 38643 Lambert · 38644 Lula · 38639 Jonestown · 38645 Lyon · 38646 Marks

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