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ZIP 98229 — Business Opportunities

Bellingham, WA · Local economy intelligence
Population
34,157
Median income
$87,946
Median age
39.6
Households
13,525

Top business opportunities in 98229

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

  1. 1. Cafes & Coffee Shops 100/100
    ~15.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  2. 2. Parking Entrance 73/100
    ~2.4 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  3. 3. Bicycle Parking 73/100
    ~4.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  4. 4. Parking Space 73/100
    ~3.8 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  5. 5. Furniture & Home Decor 71/100
    ~2.7 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  6. 6. Bars & Nightlife 71/100
    ~7.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  7. 7. Fitness Centre 69/100
    ~4.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  8. 8. Auto Repair 68/100
    ~7.1 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  9. 9. Auto Parts 68/100
    ~3.0 businesses underserved · confidence: medium
  10. 10. Auto Sales 68/100
    ~4.3 businesses underserved · confidence: medium

What's already here — existing business mix

The most common business categories currently operating in ZIP 98229.

Full demographic profile

Population34,157
Households13,525
Median household income$87,946
Per capita income$46,105
Median age39.6
% bachelor's degree or higher49.918%
% age 18–3420.71%
% age 65+14.307%
% renter-occupied27.379%
Median home value$505,500
Median gross rent$1,450
Unemployment rate4.377%

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