ZIP 92688 — Business Opportunities

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA · Local economy intelligence

Population

44,444

Median income

$141,089

Median age

38.5

Households

15,637

Top business opportunities in 92688

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~3.4 businesses underserved · confidence: low
2. Furniture & Home Decor 87/100
~2.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
3. Childcare 78/100
~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
4. Veterinary 73/100
~2.5 businesses underserved · confidence: low
5. Clothing & Apparel 69/100
~4.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. Electronics 68/100
~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
7. Flight School 66/100
~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
8. Toys & Games 65/100
~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
9. Electronics Repair 65/100
~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
10. Parking Space 64/100
~3.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 92688.

Restaurants — 26 businesses
Fast Food — 20 businesses
Company — 13 businesses
Park — 12 businesses
Religious — 9 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 8 businesses
Schools — 7 businesses
Gas Stations — 6 businesses
Camp Site — 6 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 5 businesses
Banking & Finance — 5 businesses
Pharmacies — 5 businesses
Charging Station — 5 businesses
Department Store — 4 businesses
Auto Repair — 4 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	44,444
Households	15,637
Median household income	$141,089
Per capita income	$58,140
Median age	38.5
% bachelor's degree or higher	49.341%
% age 18–34	18.29%
% age 65+	7.061%
% renter-occupied	29.596%
Median home value	$819,000
Median gross rent	$2,446
Unemployment rate	3.414%

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