ZIP 94945 — Business Opportunities

Novato, CA · Local economy intelligence

Population

17,309

Median income

$115,000

Median age

51.8

Households

7,250

Top business opportunities in 94945

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

1. Furniture & Home Decor 100/100
~1.0 businesses underserved · confidence: low
2. Dental 99/100
~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
3. Jewelry & Accessories 98/100
~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
4. Hospitals 82/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: low
5. Veterinary 80/100
~0.8 businesses underserved · confidence: low
6. Childcare 74/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: low
7. Electronics 73/100
~0.7 businesses underserved · confidence: low
8. Clothing & Apparel 73/100
~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
9. Auto Sales 71/100
~1.2 businesses underserved · confidence: high
10. Research 70/100
~0.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 94945.

Banking & Finance — 11 businesses
Restaurants — 8 businesses
Hair Salons — 5 businesses
Fast Food — 4 businesses
Park — 3 businesses
Grocery & Supermarkets — 2 businesses
Cafes & Coffee Shops — 2 businesses
Gas Stations — 2 businesses
Bars & Nightlife — 2 businesses
Desserts & Ice Cream — 2 businesses
Fitness Centre — 2 businesses
Storage Rental — 2 businesses
Charging Station — 2 businesses
Property Management — 2 businesses
Specialty Food — 1 businesses

Full demographic profile

Population	17,309
Households	7,250
Median household income	$115,000
Per capita income	$68,815
Median age	51.8
% bachelor's degree or higher	52.761%
% age 18–34	10.821%
% age 65+	20.342%
% renter-occupied	26.283%
Median home value	$1,038,900
Median gross rent	$2,111
Unemployment rate	5.186%

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