ZIP 49008 — Business Opportunities

Top business opportunities in 49008

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

1. 1. Bars & Nightlife 100/100
   ~3.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. 2. Laundromats 80/100
   ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. 3. Marina 38/100
   ~4.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. 4. Nature Reserve 38/100
   ~3.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
5. 5. Townhall 38/100
   ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. 6. Shelter 38/100
   ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
7. 7. Animal Boarding 38/100
   ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. 8. Social Centre 38/100
   ~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. 9. Camp Site 38/100
   ~5.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. 10. Community Centre 38/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49008.

• Fast Food — 25 businesses
• Restaurants — 21 businesses
• Schools — 19 businesses
• Parking — 17 businesses
• Religious — 12 businesses
• Park — 11 businesses
• Gas Stations — 8 businesses
• Convenience Stores — 8 businesses
• Auto Repair — 8 businesses
• Banking & Finance — 8 businesses
• Dental — 7 businesses
• Cafes & Coffee Shops — 6 businesses
• Sports Centre — 6 businesses
• Pet — 6 businesses
• Auto Sales — 6 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	16,114
Households	6,408
Median household income	$64,963
Per capita income	$38,901
Median age	32.9
% bachelor's degree or higher	55.945%
% age 18–34	30.458%
% age 65+	10.475%
% renter-occupied	34.704%
Median home value	$196,800
Median gross rent	$925
Unemployment rate	3.405%

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