Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 62704
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 62704 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 39,597 and household incomes near the national median ($66,352).
Area Profile
39,597
Population
$66,352
Median Income
-11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Professional Training Programs and related businesses in ZIP 62704.
4
Educational Support Services
1.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,130
2BR Fair Market Rent
$924
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
19
Bank Branches
$3 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 19
vs. National Average
Median Income
-11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
62706
2.6 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 12.0
62701
3.0 mi
Pop: 1,211
$32,444
62711
3.4 mi
Pop: 18,351
$123,507
Walk: 9.1
62703
3.7 mi
Pop: 28,820
$44,580
Walk: 13.2
62702
4.5 mi
Pop: 31,251
$52,748
Walk: 12.6
62707
6.1 mi
Pop: 8,168
$83,988
Walk: 12.4
62629
7.0 mi
Pop: 15,369
$106,373
62712
7.3 mi
Pop: 10,555
$108,730
Walk: 6.6
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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