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ZIP 50228 — Business Opportunities

Prairie City, IA · Local economy intelligence
Population
2,688
Median income
$83,140
Median age
38.1
Households
973

Top business opportunities in 50228

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

  1. 1. Childcare 100/100
    ~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Toys & Games 79/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Music School 58/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Jewelry & Accessories 54/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Furniture & Home Decor 49/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Electronics 48/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Veterinary 46/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Electronics Repair 45/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Clothing & Apparel 40/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Grocery & Supermarkets 38/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 50228.

Full demographic profile

Population2,688
Households973
Median household income$83,140
Per capita income$36,606
Median age38.1
% bachelor's degree or higher32.822%
% age 18–3411.793%
% age 65+9.077%
% renter-occupied19.902%
Median home value$181,200
Median gross rent$863
Unemployment rate3.794%

Nearby ZIPs in IA

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