ZIP 49783 — Business Opportunities

Sault Sainte Marie, MI · Local economy intelligence

Population

18,905

Median income

$57,667

Median age

38.2

Households

7,808

Top business opportunities in 49783

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

1. Bars & Nightlife 100/100
~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Laundromats 90/100
~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Cafes & Coffee Shops 86/100
~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Convenience Stores 72/100
~10.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Fitness Centre 62/100
~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Restaurants 49/100
~8.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Clothing & Apparel 47/100
~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
8. Events Venue 46/100
~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Tyres 46/100
~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Plumber 46/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 49783.

Schools — 3 businesses
Events Venue — 0 businesses
Tyres — 0 businesses
Plumber — 0 businesses
Photo — 0 businesses
Florist — 0 businesses
Tailor — 0 businesses
Pastry — 0 businesses
Dojo — 0 businesses
Books & Stationery — 0 businesses
Second Hand — 0 businesses
Nursing Home — 0 businesses
Games — 0 businesses
Coworking — 0 businesses
Jewelry & Accessories — 0 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	18,905
Households	7,808
Median household income	$57,667
Per capita income	$30,968
Median age	38.2
% bachelor's degree or higher	26.083%
% age 18–34	24.375%
% age 65+	12.695%
% renter-occupied	28.12%
Median home value	$134,800
Median gross rent	$784
Unemployment rate	6.125%

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