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ZIP 55016 — Business Opportunities

Cottage Grove, MN · Local economy intelligence
Population
38,842
Median income
$117,255
Median age
36.8
Households
13,058

Top business opportunities in 55016

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

  1. 1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
    ~5.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Furniture & Home Decor 85/100
    ~5.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Electronics Repair 78/100
    ~3.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Electronics 75/100
    ~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Clothing & Apparel 72/100
    ~9.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Dancing School 58/100
    ~2.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Toys & Games 57/100
    ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Driving School 51/100
    ~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Bars & Nightlife 50/100
    ~11.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Grocery 46/100
    ~3.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 55016.

Full demographic profile

Population38,842
Households13,058
Median household income$117,255
Per capita income$44,991
Median age36.8
% bachelor's degree or higher38.356%
% age 18–3417.095%
% age 65+8.738%
% renter-occupied11.576%
Median home value$335,900
Median gross rent$1,604
Unemployment rate2.751%

Nearby ZIPs in MN

55017 Dalbo · 55014 Circle Pines · 55018 Dennison · 55013 Chisago City · 55019 Dundas · 55012 Center City

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