Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 27103
Opportunity Score
48
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 27103 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 33,978 and household incomes near the national median ($66,582). There are 3 professional training programs operations in ZIP 27103.
Area Profile
33,978
Population
$66,582
Median Income
-11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Professional Training Programs and related businesses in ZIP 27103.
3
Professional Training Programs
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
4
Educational Support Services
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Professional Training Programs are 42.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 27103 (3 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,260
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,113
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$2.2 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Professional Training Programs
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
-11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.6 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