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ZIP 48706 — Business Opportunities

Bay City, MI · Local economy intelligence
Population
39,182
Median income
$58,211
Median age
44.6
Households
17,109

Top business opportunities in 48706

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~3.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Parking 89/100
    ~13.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Bicycle Parking 89/100
    ~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Parking Space 89/100
    ~13.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Auto Parts 79/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Toys & Games 77/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Music School 77/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Dancing School 76/100
    ~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Marina 68/100
    ~10.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Tobacco 68/100
    ~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 48706.

Full demographic profile

Population39,182
Households17,109
Median household income$58,211
Per capita income$33,482
Median age44.6
% bachelor's degree or higher21.059%
% age 18–3417.24%
% age 65+14.78%
% renter-occupied22.593%
Median home value$126,600
Median gross rent$832
Unemployment rate4.558%

Nearby ZIPs in MI

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