Pennsylvania Market Intelligence Report (2025)

Top Businesses to Start in Pennsylvania (2025)

We analyzed 377K+ verified business records to help you separate the hype from the hard numbers.

Top 5 Opportunities

FASTEST GROWTH SECTOR

Other Management Consulting Services

Growth: +260.0% • Saturation: 0.71 LQ

HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Other Gambling Industries

Growth: +200.0% • Saturation: 0.52 LQ

LOW COMPETITION GAP

Other Activities Related to Real Estate

Growth: +160.0% • Saturation: 0.55 LQ

HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners

Growth: +142.7% • Saturation: 0.72 LQ

LOW COMPETITION GAP

Investment Advice

Growth: +128.6% • Saturation: 0.64 LQ

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Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington

#1 VOL

The state's largest economic engine.

Population

6.2M

Active Biz

186K

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Common Questions

What is the fastest growing business in Pennsylvania?+

Currently, the Other Management Consulting Services sector is leading the state with a +260.0% 5-year growth rate across multiple metro markets.

What is the most profitable solo business?+

Based on Non-Employer Statistics, solo founders in the Offices of Podiatrists sector report the highest average annual receipts at $160k.

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

The state is home to 377K active establishments across 16 major metro areas. The market shows strong growth in emerging sectors with opportunities in high-demand, low-saturation niches.