ZIP 78161 — Business Opportunities

Sutherland Springs, TX · Local economy intelligence

Population

519

Median income

$52,552

Median age

32.3

Households

157

Top business opportunities in 78161

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

1. Bars & Nightlife 100/100
~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
2. Auto Repair 84/100
~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
3. Auto Parts 84/100
~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
4. Auto Sales 84/100
~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
5. Parking 83/100
~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
6. Bicycle Parking 83/100
~0.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
7. Parking Entrance 83/100
~0.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
8. Motorcycle Parking 83/100
~0.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
9. Parking Space 68/100
~0.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
10. Laundromats 67/100
~0.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 78161.

Gas Stations — 2 businesses
Convenience Stores — 2 businesses
Park — 1 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 1 businesses
Religious — 1 businesses
Fire Station — 1 businesses
Government Services — 1 businesses
Variety Store — 1 businesses
Museum — 1 businesses
Community Centre — 1 businesses
Caravan Site — 1 businesses
Fitness Centre — 0 businesses
Company — 0 businesses
Bathroom Furnishing — 0 businesses
Massage & Wellness — 0 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	519
Households	157
Median household income	$52,552
Per capita income	$16,178
Median age	32.3
% bachelor's degree or higher	15.038%
% age 18–34	28.516%
% age 65+	14.451%
% renter-occupied	3.896%
Median home value	—
Median gross rent	—
Unemployment rate	20.851%

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