ZIP 40217 — Business Opportunities

Louisville, KY · Local economy intelligence

Population

12,439

Median income

$70,771

Median age

35.1

Households

6,198

Top business opportunities in 40217

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

1. Clothing & Apparel 100/100
~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. Laundromats 94/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. Jewelry & Accessories 89/100
~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. Electronics 78/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
5. Electronics Repair 78/100
~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. Fitness Centre 77/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
7. Veterinary 75/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. Furniture & Home Decor 69/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. Grocery & Supermarkets 62/100
~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. Grocery 62/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 40217.

Religious — 16 businesses
Parking — 13 businesses
Restaurants — 12 businesses
Fast Food — 11 businesses
Bars & Nightlife — 8 businesses
Schools — 7 businesses
Park — 4 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 4 businesses
Hotels & Lodging — 4 businesses
Banking & Finance — 4 businesses
Gas Stations — 3 businesses
Hair Salons — 2 businesses
Desserts & Ice Cream — 2 businesses
Bakeries — 2 businesses
Home Improvement — 2 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	12,439
Households	6,198
Median household income	$70,771
Per capita income	$51,107
Median age	35.1
% bachelor's degree or higher	46.884%
% age 18–34	32.197%
% age 65+	11.287%
% renter-occupied	37.271%
Median home value	$208,300
Median gross rent	$1,146
Unemployment rate	2.825%

Nearby ZIPs in KY

40216 Louisville · 40218 Louisville · 40215 Louisville · 40219 Louisville · 40214 Louisville · 40220 Louisville

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