New Car Dealers Market: ZIP 48813
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48813 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 20,263 and household incomes above the national median ($77,431). There are 4 new car dealers operations in ZIP 48813.
Area Profile
20,263
Population
$77,431
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
7.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
New Car Dealers and related businesses in ZIP 48813.
4
New Car Dealers
Low competition — room to establish
2.0 per 10K residents
4
Gas Stations
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
New Car Dealers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 48813 (4 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$870
Median Gross Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$260 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Ev Vs Gas Business in Michigan
- EV inventory allocation from manufacturers is tied to your state's ZEV mandate status. Dealers in ZEV states get more inventory. Period.
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- New Car Dealers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 pts vs. national avg
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49076
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48861
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49096
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48837
13.0 mi
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48827
13.5 mi
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48821
14.2 mi
Pop: 6,180
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48890
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Pop: 1,967
$66,833
Walk: 5.0
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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