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ZIP 60045 — Business Opportunities

Lake Forest, IL · Local economy intelligence
Population
21,159
Median income
$201,847
Median age
45.2
Households
7,573

Top business opportunities in 60045

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

  1. 1. Furniture & Home Decor 100/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Jewelry & Accessories 94/100
    ~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Electronics 90/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Childcare 85/100
    ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Electronics Repair 78/100
    ~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Fitness Station 74/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Veterinary 72/100
    ~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  8. 8. Dental 65/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Grocery 49/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Medical & Healthcare 38/100
    ~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 60045.

Full demographic profile

Population21,159
Households7,573
Median household income$201,847
Per capita income$102,845
Median age45.2
% bachelor's degree or higher80.745%
% age 18–3417.25%
% age 65+15.757%
% renter-occupied11.878%
Median home value$880,200
Median gross rent$1,998
Unemployment rate3.16%

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