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ZIP 98040 — Business Opportunities

Mercer Island, WA · Local economy intelligence
Population
25,464
Median income
$190,985
Median age
45.3
Households
9,782

Top business opportunities in 98040

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

  1. 1. Furniture & Home Decor 100/100
    ~3.6 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  2. 2. Jewelry & Accessories 93/100
    ~2.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  3. 3. Electronics 91/100
    ~2.2 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  4. 4. Electronics Repair 76/100
    ~1.6 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  5. 5. Dental 56/100
    ~4.9 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  6. 6. Grocery 52/100
    ~1.8 businesses underserved · confidence: high
  7. 7. Prep School 41/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  8. 8. Toys & Games 40/100
    ~1.3 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  9. 9. Dancing School 38/100
    ~1.1 businesses underserved · confidence: low
  10. 10. Clothing & Apparel 38/100
    ~4.5 businesses underserved · confidence: high

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 98040.

Full demographic profile

Population25,464
Households9,782
Median household income$190,985
Per capita income$113,575
Median age45.3
% bachelor's degree or higher77.743%
% age 18–3413.034%
% age 65+14.354%
% renter-occupied29.798%
Median home value$1,683,600
Median gross rent$2,315
Unemployment rate2.573%

Nearby ZIPs in WA

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