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ZIP 60085 — Business Opportunities

Waukegan, IL · Local economy intelligence
Population
71,465
Median income
$58,843
Median age
33.7
Households
24,590

Top business opportunities in 60085

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

  1. 1. Laundromats 100/100
    ~7.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Bars & Nightlife 54/100
    ~16.0 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Childcare 42/100
    ~5.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Prep School 40/100
    ~3.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Dancing School 38/100
    ~3.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Music School 38/100
    ~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Toys & Games 37/100
    ~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Driving School 35/100
    ~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Fitness Centre 34/100
    ~5.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Department Store 33/100
    ~5.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 60085.

Full demographic profile

Population71,465
Households24,590
Median household income$58,843
Per capita income$26,247
Median age33.7
% bachelor's degree or higher18.243%
% age 18–3423.442%
% age 65+7.986%
% renter-occupied52.597%
Median home value$150,700
Median gross rent$1,095
Unemployment rate6.443%

Nearby ZIPs in IL

60086 North Chicago · 60079 Waukegan · 60109 Burlington · 60110 Carpentersville · 60118 Dundee · 60121 Elgin

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