ZIP 49659 — Business Opportunities

Mancelona, MI · Local economy intelligence

Population

7,131

Median income

$59,578

Median age

44.5

Households

3,038

Top business opportunities in 49659

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

1. Parking 100/100
~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Bicycle Parking 100/100
~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Parking Space 100/100
~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Auto Parts 96/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Auto Repair 96/100
~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Auto Sales 96/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Toys & Games 81/100
~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Music School 81/100
~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Dancing School 81/100
~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
10. Bars & Nightlife 76/100
~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49659.

Religious — 10 businesses
Park — 4 businesses
Restaurants — 4 businesses
Schools — 3 businesses
Gas Stations — 3 businesses
Convenience Stores — 3 businesses
Variety Store — 2 businesses
Nature Reserve — 2 businesses
Fast Food — 2 businesses
Government Services — 2 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 1 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 1 businesses
Banking & Finance — 1 businesses
Doctors — 1 businesses
Police — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	7,131
Households	3,038
Median household income	$59,578
Per capita income	$29,525
Median age	44.5
% bachelor's degree or higher	17.541%
% age 18–34	17.922%
% age 65+	13.645%
% renter-occupied	9.758%
Median home value	$133,000
Median gross rent	$865
Unemployment rate	6.693%

Nearby ZIPs in MI

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