Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 78406
Opportunity Score
28
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78406 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,934 and household incomes near the national median ($51,646).
Area Profile
1,934
Population
$51,646
Median Income
-31% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
2.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 1.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,700
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,715
Median Gross Rent
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-31% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78409
3.9 mi
Pop: 2,504
$62,813
Walk: 8.9
78417
4.1 mi
Pop: 4,462
$53,941
Walk: 8.3
78405
5.3 mi
Pop: 14,442
$37,188
Walk: 15.2
78407
5.3 mi
Pop: 1,937
$53,909
78408
5.3 mi
Pop: 9,631
$43,096
Walk: 16.5
78416
5.6 mi
Pop: 13,116
$44,726
Walk: 13.9
78410
7.0 mi
Pop: 29,121
$77,642
Walk: 8.8
78402
7.6 mi
Pop: 392
$53,102
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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