Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 78666
Opportunity Score
45
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78666 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 87,775 and household incomes near the national median ($55,478). There are 5 professional training programs operations in ZIP 78666.
Area Profile
87,775
Population
$55,478
Median Income
-26% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 27.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 19.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Professional Training Programs and related businesses in ZIP 78666.
5
Professional Training Programs
Low competition — room to establish
0.6 per 10K residents
3
Educational Support Services
0.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Professional Training Programs are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 78666 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,294
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
16
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Professional Training Programs
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 16
vs. National Average
Median Income
-26% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.7 pts vs. national avg
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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