Professional Training Programs Market: ZIP 80525
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80525 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 55,541 and household incomes above the national median ($93,349). There are 5 professional training programs operations in ZIP 80525.
Area Profile
55,541
Population
$93,349
Median Income
+25% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 41.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Professional Training Programs and related businesses in ZIP 80525.
5
Professional Training Programs
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
4
Vocational Schools
0.7 per 10K residents
8
Educational Support Services
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Professional Training Programs are 29.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 80525 (5 vs. 12 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,744
Median Gross Rent
$560 K
Median Home Value
25
Bank Branches
$3 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Professional Training Programs
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 12
- Bank Branches
- 25
vs. National Average
Median Income
+25% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.4 pts vs. national avg
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80521
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80524
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80550
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80546
13.2 mi
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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