Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 77204
Opportunity Score
82
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77204 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic.
Area Profile
4,056
Population
Urban
Area Type
12.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 20.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 2.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,490
2BR Fair Market Rent
1
Bank Branches
$12 K deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Walkability
+2.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
77004
1.4 mi
Pop: 35,866
$65,901
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77023
1.7 mi
Pop: 24,962
$50,018
Walk: 14.2
77021
1.8 mi
Pop: 24,884
$45,034
Walk: 13.8
77003
2.1 mi
Pop: 9,721
$88,837
Walk: 17.8
77010
2.5 mi
Pop: 620
$183,681
77002
2.9 mi
Pop: 19,616
$85,436
77011
2.9 mi
Pop: 15,681
$49,163
Walk: 15.0
77006
3.6 mi
Pop: 23,927
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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