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ZIP 88240 — Business Opportunities

Hobbs, NM · Local economy intelligence
Population
41,652
Median income
$63,083
Median age
29.3
Households
14,207

Top business opportunities in 88240

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

  1. 1. Childcare 100/100
    ~5.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Toys & Games 85/100
    ~5.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  3. 3. Music School 64/100
    ~2.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Bars & Nightlife 63/100
    ~4.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  5. 5. Laundromats 59/100
    ~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Driving School 58/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  7. 7. Prep School 53/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Jewelry & Accessories 42/100
    ~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  9. 9. Golf Course 41/100
    ~3.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  10. 10. Social Facility 41/100
    ~4.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 88240.

Full demographic profile

Population41,652
Households14,207
Median household income$63,083
Per capita income$29,843
Median age29.3
% bachelor's degree or higher15.531%
% age 18–3422.301%
% age 65+8.177%
% renter-occupied32.612%
Median home value$161,400
Median gross rent$1,059
Unemployment rate7.483%

Nearby ZIPs in NM

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