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ZIP 50248 — Business Opportunities

Story City, IA · Local economy intelligence
Population
4,048
Median income
$77,019
Median age
45.1
Households
1,765

Top business opportunities in 50248

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

  1. 1. Pharmacies 100/100
    ~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Laundromats 89/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Childcare 86/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Auto Sales 84/100
    ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Auto Parts 84/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Auto Repair 84/100
    ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Dental 82/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Hospitals 78/100
    ~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Toys & Games 77/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Jewelry & Accessories 76/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 50248.

Full demographic profile

Population4,048
Households1,765
Median household income$77,019
Per capita income$41,976
Median age45.1
% bachelor's degree or higher37.8%
% age 18–3413.908%
% age 65+18.651%
% renter-occupied23.157%
Median home value$198,700
Median gross rent$863
Unemployment rate3.985%

Nearby ZIPs in IA

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