Looking to expand the presence of your retail operation and tap
into a powerful marketplace? Then it's time to look at Maryland.
We're confident that the closer you look, the more you'll like
what Maryland has to offer:
.
Fourth largest retail market in the nation
.
Highest median household income in the nation ($68,080)
.
$95.8 billion in retail sales in 2007
The Washington-Baltimore Metropolitan Area, which constitutes
90 percent of Maryland's population, is one of the wealthiest
in the nation, ranking third in effective buying income (with
$237 billion, 2008) and fourth in retail sales (with combined
sales of $153 billion, 2008).
Unparalleled Buying Power
What better way to ensure your venture's success than to take
advantage of Maryland's buying power?
28 percent of households with more than $75,000 in annual effective
buying income (EBI)
.
$17,051 in annual retail sales per capita
.
$68,080 in annual median household income
A Vibrant and Expanding Economy
More than 40,000 retail businesses currently have a significant
presence in Maryland, including Wegmans, Whole Foods, IKEA, Kohl's,
OSI Restaurant Partners Inc., Jos A. Bank, Macy's, Nordstrom and
Prime Retail .
And there is good reason why: Maryland's numbers speak for themselves:
.
$138.9 billion in total effective buying income in the state (2007)
.
$68,080 median household disposable income
.
Over 5.6 million total population
.
3.8 percent unemployment rate
.
More than 2 million total households
It all adds up to a winning location for retail business. Join
Maryland's growing retail community!
|
