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ZIP 61516 — Business Opportunities

Benson, IL · Local economy intelligence
Population
754
Median income
$84,875
Median age
35.8
Households
279

Top business opportunities in 61516

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

  1. 1. Childcare 100/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  2. 2. Gas Stations 85/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Parking 78/100
    ~0.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Bicycle Parking 78/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Parking Entrance 78/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Parking Space 78/100
    ~0.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Furniture & Home Decor 77/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Auto Repair 75/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Auto Sales 75/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Auto Parts 75/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 61516.

Full demographic profile

Population754
Households279
Median household income$84,875
Per capita income$37,779
Median age35.8
% bachelor's degree or higher15.918%
% age 18–3420.027%
% age 65+11.538%
% renter-occupied1.98%
Median home value$122,500
Median gross rent$925
Unemployment rate2.97%

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