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ZIP 78717 — Business Opportunities

Austin, TX · Local economy intelligence
Population
34,499
Median income
$136,960
Median age
36.3
Households
13,022

Top business opportunities in 78717

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

  1. 1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
    ~4.1 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Electronics 76/100
    ~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Furniture & Home Decor 75/100
    ~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  4. 4. Clothing & Apparel 75/100
    ~6.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Electronics Repair 70/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  6. 6. Veterinary 63/100
    ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Fitness Station 58/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Toys & Games 46/100
    ~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Laundromats 45/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Dancing School 40/100
    ~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 78717.

Full demographic profile

Population34,499
Households13,022
Median household income$136,960
Per capita income$61,375
Median age36.3
% bachelor's degree or higher67.1%
% age 18–3417.743%
% age 65+7.09%
% renter-occupied42.436%
Median home value$532,400
Median gross rent$1,678
Unemployment rate3.677%

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