Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 01002
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01002 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 24,726 and household incomes near the national median ($69,411). There are 4 professional training programs operations in ZIP 01002.
Area Profile
24,726
Population
$69,411
Median Income
-7% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 27.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 38.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Professional Training Programs and related businesses in ZIP 01002.
4
Professional Training Programs
Low competition — room to establish
1.6 per 10K residents
8
Educational Support Services
3.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Professional Training Programs are 33.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 01002 (4 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,561
Median Gross Rent
$450 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.2 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Professional Training Programs
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-7% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.2 pts vs. national avg
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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