Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 36564
Opportunity Score
12
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36564 is an urban area with low foot traffic.
Area Profile
0
Population
Urban
Area Type
4.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Walkability
-5.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
36532
3.7 mi
Pop: 37,121
$86,026
Walk: 8.2
36559
6.9 mi
Pop: 350
$54,050
Walk: 9.3
36526
10.3 mi
Pop: 34,552
$90,733
36555
10.9 mi
Pop: 1,234
$93,583
36576
11.0 mi
Pop: 4,964
$78,227
36535
14.1 mi
Pop: 38,401
$67,013
Walk: 9.2
36580
14.6 mi
Pop: 7,025
$59,138
Walk: 5.8
36605
15.3 mi
Pop: 25,628
$45,064
Walk: 5.7
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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