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ZIP 62979 — Business Opportunities

Ridgway, IL · Local economy intelligence
Population
948
Median income
$65,714
Median age
43.9
Households
462

Top business opportunities in 62979

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

  1. 1. Gas Stations 100/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  2. 2. Pharmacies 89/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Parking 88/100
    ~0.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Bicycle Parking 88/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Parking Entrance 88/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Parking Space 88/100
    ~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Auto Repair 86/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Auto Sales 86/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Auto Parts 86/100
    ~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Bars & Nightlife 73/100
    ~0.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 62979.

Full demographic profile

Population948
Households462
Median household income$65,714
Per capita income$46,109
Median age43.9
% bachelor's degree or higher13.559%
% age 18–3421.203%
% age 65+19.515%
% renter-occupied20.459%
Median home value$82,400
Median gross rent$584
Unemployment rate0.749%

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