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ZIP 62236 — Business Opportunities

Columbia, IL · Local economy intelligence
Population
14,630
Median income
$109,904
Median age
41.5
Households
5,487

Top business opportunities in 62236

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

  1. 1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  2. 2. Furniture & Home Decor 91/100
    ~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Electronics 79/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Clothing & Apparel 76/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Cafes & Coffee Shops 75/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Schools 72/100
    ~9.3 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Electronics Repair 69/100
    ~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Fitness Centre 67/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Bicycle Parking 64/100
    ~1.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Parking Entrance 64/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 62236.

Full demographic profile

Population14,630
Households5,487
Median household income$109,904
Per capita income$49,896
Median age41.5
% bachelor's degree or higher47.787%
% age 18–3415.366%
% age 65+11.155%
% renter-occupied13.744%
Median home value$292,000
Median gross rent$1,047
Unemployment rate1.108%

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