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ZIP 39440 — Business Opportunities

Laurel, MS · Local economy intelligence
Population
20,459
Median income
$38,400
Median age
35.3
Households
7,605

Top business opportunities in 39440

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Convenience Stores 79/100
    ~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Cafes & Coffee Shops 75/100
    ~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Childcare 73/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Parking Space 68/100
    ~263.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Auto Repair 67/100
    ~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Bars & Nightlife 66/100
    ~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Pitch 59/100
    ~4.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Legal Services 59/100
    ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. University 59/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 39440.

Full demographic profile

Population20,459
Households7,605
Median household income$38,400
Per capita income$25,390
Median age35.3
% bachelor's degree or higher21.918%
% age 18–3422.601%
% age 65+12.293%
% renter-occupied32.927%
Median home value$111,400
Median gross rent$799
Unemployment rate5.28%

Nearby ZIPs in MS

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