Oregon Market Intelligence Report (2025)

Top Businesses to Start in Oregon (2025)

We analyzed 139K+ verified business records to help you separate the hype from the hard numbers.

Top 5 Opportunities

FASTEST GROWTH SECTOR

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists

Growth: +150.0% • Saturation: 0.60 LQ

HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Offices of Physicians, Mental Health Specialists

Growth: +140.0% • Saturation: 0.76 LQ

LOW COMPETITION GAP

General Freight Trucking, Local

Growth: +128.6% • Saturation: 0.30 LQ

HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.67 LQ

LOW COMPETITION GAP

Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.72 LQ

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Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro

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The state's largest economic engine.

Population

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Active Biz

88K

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Common Questions

What is the fastest growing business in Oregon?+

Currently, the Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists sector is leading the state with a +150.0% 5-year growth rate across multiple metro markets.

What is the most profitable solo business?+

Based on Non-Employer Statistics, solo founders in the Boat Dealers sector report the highest average annual receipts at $213k.

What does the data say about Oregon's economy?+

The state is home to 139K active establishments across 8 major metro areas. The market shows strong growth in emerging sectors with opportunities in high-demand, low-saturation niches.