ZIP 46409 — Business Opportunities

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.

• Religious — 31 businesses
• Nature Reserve — 12 businesses
• Restaurants — 11 businesses
• Park — 10 businesses
• Fast Food — 9 businesses
• Hair Salons — 9 businesses
• Schools — 8 businesses
• Gas Stations — 8 businesses
• Parking — 8 businesses
• Bars & Nightlife — 6 businesses
• Convenience Stores — 6 businesses
• Auto Repair — 6 businesses
• Tax Advisor — 4 businesses
• Banking & Finance — 3 businesses
• Variety Store — 3 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	7,050
Households	2,605
Median household income	$39,554
Per capita income	$17,818
Median age	35.1
% bachelor's degree or higher	12.738%
% age 18–34	16.809%
% age 65+	11.149%
% renter-occupied	32.627%
Median home value	$69,500
Median gross rent	$1,122
Unemployment rate	18.482%

Nearby ZIPs in IN

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