ZIP 50501 — Business Opportunities

Top business opportunities in 50501

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

1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
   ~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. 2. Bars & Nightlife 75/100
   ~12.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. 3. Auto Parts 56/100
   ~4.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. 4. Auto Repair 56/100
   ~7.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
5. 5. Bicycle Parking 54/100
   ~10.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. 6. Auto Sales 51/100
   ~5.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
7. 7. Government Services 49/100
   ~13.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. 8. Townhall 49/100
   ~12.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. 9. Camp Site 49/100
   ~9.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. 10. Playground 49/100
    ~5.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 50501.

• Religious — 45 businesses
• Park — 22 businesses
• Schools — 19 businesses
• Fast Food — 15 businesses
• Parking — 10 businesses
• Hotels & Lodging — 7 businesses
• Nursing Home — 6 businesses
• Doctors — 6 businesses
• Restaurants — 6 businesses
• Nature Reserve — 6 businesses
• Gas Stations — 4 businesses
• Grocery & Supermarkets — 4 businesses
• Cafes & Coffee Shops — 3 businesses
• Department Store — 3 businesses
• Museum — 3 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	28,530
Households	11,967
Median household income	$64,013
Per capita income	$32,912
Median age	38.8
% bachelor's degree or higher	20.974%
% age 18–34	20.904%
% age 65+	13.025%
% renter-occupied	31.073%
Median home value	$134,200
Median gross rent	$761
Unemployment rate	3.361%

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