ZIP 52227 — Business Opportunities

Ely, IA · Local economy intelligence

Population

2,825

Median income

$98,859

Median age

38.9

Households

1,111

Top business opportunities in 52227

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
2. Cafes & Coffee Shops 83/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
3. Furniture & Home Decor 82/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
4. Electronics 79/100
~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
5. Clothing & Apparel 78/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
6. Fitness Centre 77/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
7. Electronics Repair 75/100
~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
8. Veterinary 73/100
~0.5 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
9. Childcare 69/100
~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
10. Bars & Nightlife 69/100
~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 52227.

Park — 4 businesses
Shelter — 1 businesses
Religious — 1 businesses
Government Services — 1 businesses
Fire Station — 1 businesses
Libraries — 1 businesses
Townhall — 1 businesses
Restaurants — 1 businesses
Gas Stations — 1 businesses
Convenience Stores — 1 businesses
Banking & Finance — 1 businesses
Auto Repair — 1 businesses
Hair Salons — 1 businesses
Social Centre — 1 businesses
Desserts & Ice Cream — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	2,825
Households	1,111
Median household income	$98,859
Per capita income	$46,070
Median age	38.9
% bachelor's degree or higher	36.999%
% age 18–34	19.292%
% age 65+	13.593%
% renter-occupied	16.872%
Median home value	$292,300
Median gross rent	$923
Unemployment rate	2.649%

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