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ZIP 51201 — Business Opportunities

Sheldon, IA · Local economy intelligence
Population
6,278
Median income
$69,041
Median age
38.5
Households
2,407

Top business opportunities in 51201

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Bars & Nightlife 75/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Convenience Stores 73/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Bicycle Parking 64/100
    ~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Carpet 62/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Public Bookcase 62/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Attraction 62/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Sports Hall 62/100
    ~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. It 62/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Trade 62/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 51201.

Full demographic profile

Population6,278
Households2,407
Median household income$69,041
Per capita income$31,095
Median age38.5
% bachelor's degree or higher20.829%
% age 18–3420.341%
% age 65+14.798%
% renter-occupied24.121%
Median home value$165,900
Median gross rent$639
Unemployment rate1.528%

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