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ZIP 51001 — Business Opportunities

Akron, IA · Local economy intelligence
Population
2,370
Median income
$63,357
Median age
41.3
Households
972

Top business opportunities in 51001

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Parking 88/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Bicycle Parking 88/100
    ~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Auto Sales 87/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Auto Parts 87/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Auto Repair 87/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Cafes & Coffee Shops 84/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Convenience Stores 82/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Toys & Games 82/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Childcare 76/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 51001.

Full demographic profile

Population2,370
Households972
Median household income$63,357
Per capita income$32,872
Median age41.3
% bachelor's degree or higher27.654%
% age 18–3417.173%
% age 65+14.895%
% renter-occupied26.291%
Median home value$172,500
Median gross rent$718
Unemployment rate0.579%

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