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ZIP 49022 — Business Opportunities

Benton Harbor, MI · Local economy intelligence
Population
29,985
Median income
$36,647
Median age
37.3
Households
12,510

Top business opportunities in 49022

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Toys & Games 64/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Music School 64/100
    ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Dancing School 64/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Driving School 56/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Prep School 53/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Childcare 53/100
    ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Auto Parts 35/100
    ~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Auto Sales 35/100
    ~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Bicycle Parking 35/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49022.

Full demographic profile

Population29,985
Households12,510
Median household income$36,647
Per capita income$25,890
Median age37.3
% bachelor's degree or higher17.657%
% age 18–3419.24%
% age 65+11.326%
% renter-occupied36.61%
Median home value$130,700
Median gross rent$778
Unemployment rate15.314%

Nearby ZIPs in MI

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