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ZIP 49001 — Business Opportunities

Kalamazoo, MI · Local economy intelligence
Population
20,087
Median income
$54,205
Median age
31.1
Households
8,681

Top business opportunities in 49001

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Bars & Nightlife 89/100
    ~4.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Cafes & Coffee Shops 88/100
    ~3.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Toys & Games 82/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Music School 82/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Driving School 72/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Prep School 68/100
    ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Fitness Centre 57/100
    ~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Childcare 50/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Marina 49/100
    ~5.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49001.

Full demographic profile

Population20,087
Households8,681
Median household income$54,205
Per capita income$29,145
Median age31.1
% bachelor's degree or higher30.495%
% age 18–3423.727%
% age 65+8.792%
% renter-occupied42.148%
Median home value$129,700
Median gross rent$974
Unemployment rate6.103%

Nearby ZIPs in MI

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