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ZIP 49004 — Business Opportunities

Kalamazoo, MI · Local economy intelligence
Population
17,870
Median income
$68,361
Median age
37.5
Households
7,462

Top business opportunities in 49004

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

  1. 1. Cafes & Coffee Shops 100/100
    ~3.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Bars & Nightlife 98/100
    ~3.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Laundromats 81/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Childcare 79/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Fitness Centre 77/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Toys & Games 75/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Music School 75/100
    ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Dancing School 75/100
    ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Auto Parts 71/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Auto Repair 71/100
    ~3.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49004.

Full demographic profile

Population17,870
Households7,462
Median household income$68,361
Per capita income$34,772
Median age37.5
% bachelor's degree or higher32.176%
% age 18–3421.807%
% age 65+12.876%
% renter-occupied22.594%
Median home value$168,500
Median gross rent$1,011
Unemployment rate9.262%

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