Franchise Costs Near Wilmington, NC (28403)
Opportunity Score
45
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28403 is an urban area. with a population of 40,292 and household incomes near the national median ($50,988). There are 3 franchise businesses operations in ZIP 28403.
Area Profile
40,292
Population
$50,988
Median Income
-32% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 29.7 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 28.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Franchise Businesses and related businesses in ZIP 28403.
3
Franchise Businesses
Low competition — room to establish
0.7 per 10K residents
38
Business Consultants
9.4 per 10K residents
5
Small Business Lenders
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Franchise Businesses are 6.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 28403 (3 vs. 43 related businesses).
Moderate presence with proven demand and room for new operators.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,293
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
25
Bank Branches
$13 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Franchise Businesses
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 43
- Bank Branches
- 25
vs. National Average
Median Income
-32% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits