ZIP 49085 — Business Opportunities

Saint Joseph, MI · Local economy intelligence

Population

23,778

Median income

$96,034

Median age

45.1

Households

10,202

Top business opportunities in 49085

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. Electronics 82/100
~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. Veterinary 76/100
~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. Electronics Repair 76/100
~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
5. Clothing & Apparel 74/100
~3.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. Dental 67/100
~2.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
7. Cafes & Coffee Shops 67/100
~3.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. Fitness Centre 66/100
~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. Childcare 63/100
~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. Furniture & Home Decor 60/100
~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49085.

Religious — 26 businesses
Schools — 16 businesses
Park — 12 businesses
Gas Stations — 7 businesses
Parking — 7 businesses
Convenience Stores — 6 businesses
Fast Food — 5 businesses
Banking & Finance — 3 businesses
Variety Store — 3 businesses
Pharmacies — 3 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 3 businesses
Restaurants — 2 businesses
Slipway — 2 businesses
Medical & Healthcare — 1 businesses
Furniture & Home Decor — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	23,778
Households	10,202
Median household income	$96,034
Per capita income	$52,680
Median age	45.1
% bachelor's degree or higher	49.261%
% age 18–34	15.683%
% age 65+	18.282%
% renter-occupied	19.63%
Median home value	$262,800
Median gross rent	$994
Unemployment rate	2.039%

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