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ZIP 49048 — Business Opportunities

Kalamazoo, MI · Local economy intelligence
Population
23,626
Median income
$62,081
Median age
34.6
Households
9,511

Top business opportunities in 49048

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
    ~5.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Laundromats 96/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Toys & Games 63/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Music School 63/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Dancing School 62/100
    ~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Childcare 62/100
    ~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Driving School 55/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Clothing & Apparel 53/100
    ~3.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Prep School 52/100
    ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Auto Sales 49/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49048.

Full demographic profile

Population23,626
Households9,511
Median household income$62,081
Per capita income$30,994
Median age34.6
% bachelor's degree or higher23.392%
% age 18–3425.387%
% age 65+9.562%
% renter-occupied36.772%
Median home value$137,900
Median gross rent$984
Unemployment rate6.591%

Nearby ZIPs in MI

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