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ZIP 46402 — Business Opportunities

Gary, IN · Local economy intelligence
Population
5,873
Median income
$26,101
Median age
35.1
Households
2,312

Top business opportunities in 46402

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  2. 2. Convenience Stores 81/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Toys & Games 67/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Music School 58/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Driving School 54/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Prep School 50/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Antiques 35/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Frame 35/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Beverages 35/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Outdoor Seating 35/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 46402.

Full demographic profile

Population5,873
Households2,312
Median household income$26,101
Per capita income$15,671
Median age35.1
% bachelor's degree or higher8.924%
% age 18–3415.733%
% age 65+13.485%
% renter-occupied38.51%
Median home value$69,400
Median gross rent$847
Unemployment rate18.059%

Nearby ZIPs in IN

46405 Lake Station · 46406 Gary · 46407 Gary · 46408 Gary · 46409 Gary · 46410 Merrillville

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