ZIP 49201 — Business Opportunities

Jackson, MI · Local economy intelligence

Population

49,509

Median income

$68,572

Median age

42.1

Households

16,789

Top business opportunities in 49201

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

1. Laundromats 100/100
~4.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Bars & Nightlife 100/100
~9.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Fitness Centre 85/100
~5.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Parking 77/100
~14.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Bicycle Parking 77/100
~3.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Parking Space 77/100
~15.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Restaurants 76/100
~21.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Furniture & Home Decor 75/100
~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Auto Sales 75/100
~5.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Jewelry & Accessories 72/100
~3.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49201.

Gas Stations — 9 businesses
Convenience Stores — 9 businesses
Schools — 7 businesses
Fast Food — 7 businesses
Religious — 5 businesses
Variety Store — 3 businesses
Park — 3 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 3 businesses
Auto Parts — 2 businesses
Pharmacies — 2 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 2 businesses
Confectionery — 2 businesses
Mobile Phone — 1 businesses
Restaurants — 1 businesses
Libraries — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	49,509
Households	16,789
Median household income	$68,572
Per capita income	$30,432
Median age	42.1
% bachelor's degree or higher	22.431%
% age 18–34	20.089%
% age 65+	12.402%
% renter-occupied	25.105%
Median home value	$186,700
Median gross rent	$903
Unemployment rate	6.153%

Nearby ZIPs in MI

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