Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 36353
Opportunity Score
29
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36353 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,873 and household incomes near the national median ($53,333).
Area Profile
1,873
Population
$53,333
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 47.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 9.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$850
2BR Fair Market Rent
$938
Median Gross Rent
$98 K
Median Home Value
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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36317
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36374
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Pop: 741
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36310
12.6 mi
Pop: 6,224
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36350
13.5 mi
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Walk: 5.5
36303
15.0 mi
Pop: 30,388
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Walk: 8.8
36319
17.1 mi
Pop: 2,406
$61,845
36371
17.1 mi
Pop: 425
$39,000
Walk: 5.4
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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