Franchise Businesses Market: ZIP 21401
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 21401 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 39,118 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,296). There are 7 franchise businesses operations in ZIP 21401.
Area Profile
39,118
Population
$119,296
Median Income
+60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 45.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 45.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Franchise Businesses and related businesses in ZIP 21401.
7
Franchise Businesses
Moderate — proven market
1.8 per 10K residents
55
Business Consultants
14.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Franchise Businesses are 11.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 21401 (7 vs. 55 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,600
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,106
Median Gross Rent
$580 K
Median Home Value
24
Bank Branches
$5.1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Franchise Businesses
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 55
- Bank Branches
- 24
vs. National Average
Median Income
+60% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
21405
2.8 mi
Pop: 426
$182,614
Walk: 6.4
21140
3.5 mi
Pop: 4,231
$152,188
Walk: 8.3
21032
4.5 mi
Pop: 8,553
$175,234
21037
4.8 mi
Pop: 20,851
$135,541
Walk: 6.2
21403
5.4 mi
Pop: 32,757
$115,068
Walk: 12.0
21012
5.6 mi
Pop: 22,306
$137,544
Walk: 8.5
21402
5.7 mi
Pop: 2,390
$85,893
Walk: 14.5
21035
6.1 mi
Pop: 7,787
$176,597
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits