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ZIP 50265 — Business Opportunities

West Des Moines, IA · Local economy intelligence
Population
33,222
Median income
$81,579
Median age
37.9
Households
14,505

Top business opportunities in 50265

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Jewelry & Accessories 93/100
    ~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Clothing & Apparel 85/100
    ~9.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Electronics 84/100
    ~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Electronics Repair 80/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Veterinary 71/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Toys & Games 69/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Grocery & Supermarkets 66/100
    ~8.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Nursing Home 65/100
    ~11.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Camp Site 65/100
    ~11.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 50265.

Full demographic profile

Population33,222
Households14,505
Median household income$81,579
Per capita income$50,745
Median age37.9
% bachelor's degree or higher47.248%
% age 18–3420.24%
% age 65+10.698%
% renter-occupied32.705%
Median home value$241,800
Median gross rent$1,013
Unemployment rate2.5%

Nearby ZIPs in IA

50264 Weldon · 50266 West Des Moines · 50263 Waukee · 50262 Van Wert · 50268 What Cheer · 50261 Van Meter

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