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ZIP 46409 — Business Opportunities

Gary, IN · Local economy intelligence
Population
7,050
Median income
$39,554
Median age
35.1
Households
2,605

Top business opportunities in 46409

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

  1. 1. Toys & Games 100/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  2. 2. Music School 87/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Driving School 81/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Childcare 81/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Prep School 75/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Artwork 58/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Garden 58/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Playground 58/100
    ~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Shelter 58/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Townhall 58/100
    ~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 46409.

Full demographic profile

Population7,050
Households2,605
Median household income$39,554
Per capita income$17,818
Median age35.1
% bachelor's degree or higher12.738%
% age 18–3416.809%
% age 65+11.149%
% renter-occupied32.627%
Median home value$69,500
Median gross rent$1,122
Unemployment rate18.482%

Nearby ZIPs in IN

46408 Gary · 46410 Merrillville · 46407 Gary · 46406 Gary · 46405 Lake Station · 46501 Argos

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