ZIP 60005 — Business Opportunities

Arlington Heights, IL · Local economy intelligence

Population

29,216

Median income

$95,765

Median age

42.3

Households

12,740

Top business opportunities in 60005

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: low
2. Clothing & Apparel 86/100
~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. Electronics 85/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
4. Laundromats 78/100
~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
5. Furniture & Home Decor 77/100
~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. Electronics Repair 75/100
~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
7. Pharmacies 72/100
~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
8. Weighbridge 65/100
~4.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. Alternative 65/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. Estate Agent 65/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 60005.

Fast Food — 21 businesses
Restaurants — 20 businesses
Park — 12 businesses
Religious — 11 businesses
Parking — 10 businesses
Schools — 8 businesses
Banking & Finance — 8 businesses
Hotels & Lodging — 7 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 6 businesses
Gas Stations — 6 businesses
Convenience Stores — 6 businesses
Bicycle Parking — 6 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 4 businesses
Hair Salons — 4 businesses
Mobile Phone — 3 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	29,216
Households	12,740
Median household income	$95,765
Per capita income	$53,553
Median age	42.3
% bachelor's degree or higher	53.895%
% age 18–34	16.245%
% age 65+	13.092%
% renter-occupied	35.776%
Median home value	$375,400
Median gross rent	$1,496
Unemployment rate	4.481%

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