ZIP 94404 — Business Opportunities

San Mateo, CA · Local economy intelligence

Population

36,397

Median income

$182,699

Median age

40.5

Households

14,371

Top business opportunities in 94404

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

1. Jewelry & Accessories 100/100
~2.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
2. Furniture & Home Decor 84/100
~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: low
3. Electronics 78/100
~2.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
4. Clothing & Apparel 78/100
~4.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
5. Fitness Centre 76/100
~3.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
6. Electronics Repair 73/100
~1.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
7. Fitness Station 68/100
~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
8. Veterinary 62/100
~1.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. Childcare 62/100
~1.7 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. Dental 60/100
~3.4 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 94404.

Park — 23 businesses
Playground — 17 businesses
Company — 15 businesses
Fast Food — 14 businesses
Restaurants — 13 businesses
Religious — 8 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 7 businesses
Charging Station — 7 businesses
Hotels & Lodging — 5 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 4 businesses
Post Box — 4 businesses
Community Centre — 4 businesses
Swimming Pool — 4 businesses
Department Store — 3 businesses
Gas Stations — 3 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	36,397
Households	14,371
Median household income	$182,699
Per capita income	$91,624
Median age	40.5
% bachelor's degree or higher	73.01%
% age 18–34	18.271%
% age 65+	11.759%
% renter-occupied	45.407%
Median home value	$1,592,100
Median gross rent	$3,501
Unemployment rate	4.133%

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