Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 55104
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55104 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 45,777 and household incomes above the national median ($75,038).
Area Profile
45,777
Population
$75,038
Median Income
+1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 32.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 33.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Professional Training Programs and related businesses in ZIP 55104.
5
Educational Support Services
1.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,470
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,159
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.6 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Professional Certification Business in Minnesota
- Pick a certification with employer demand, not just popularity. Check job postings in your target field. If employers list it as required, the ROI is proven.
- Exam fees run $200-$800 for most professional certifications. Add $500-$2,000 for prep courses. Budget for one retake.
- Continuing education requirements keep you paying after you pass. Most certifications require 20-40 hours of CE every 2-3 years at $200-$600.
- Some certifications require supervised experience hours. Check prerequisites before you start studying. PMP needs 4,500 project hours. CPA needs 150 credit hours.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+1% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
55105
1.3 mi
Pop: 27,470
$108,200
Walk: 14.9
55108
2.1 mi
Pop: 15,339
$84,583
Walk: 15.6
55114
2.3 mi
Pop: 4,655
$65,236
Walk: 15.1
55103
3.0 mi
Pop: 13,892
$47,872
Walk: 16.0
55116
3.0 mi
Pop: 26,099
$83,156
Walk: 14.2
55102
3.3 mi
Pop: 19,565
$74,143
Walk: 16.7
55406
4.0 mi
Pop: 35,863
$91,865
Walk: 15.4
55113
4.1 mi
Pop: 40,786
$86,830
Walk: 13.3
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the CertPayback calculator.
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