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ZIP 50014 — Business Opportunities

Ames, IA · Local economy intelligence
Population
31,376
Median income
$54,291
Median age
22.9
Households
13,085

Top business opportunities in 50014

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~4.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Convenience Stores 97/100
    ~24.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Bars & Nightlife 97/100
    ~19.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Cafes & Coffee Shops 95/100
    ~12.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Fitness Centre 56/100
    ~5.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Restaurants 39/100
    ~20.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Clothing & Apparel 36/100
    ~8.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Disc Golf Course 32/100
    ~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Farm 32/100
    ~4.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Nursing Home 32/100
    ~11.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 50014.

Full demographic profile

Population31,376
Households13,085
Median household income$54,291
Per capita income$34,471
Median age22.9
% bachelor's degree or higher67.223%
% age 18–3435.164%
% age 65+7.452%
% renter-occupied57.039%
Median home value$288,900
Median gross rent$1,075
Unemployment rate8.592%

Nearby ZIPs in IA

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