New Car Dealers Market: ZIP 52404
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 52404 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 42,582 and household incomes near the national median ($62,304).
Area Profile
42,582
Population
$62,304
Median Income
-16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
New Car Dealers and related businesses in ZIP 52404.
22
Gas Stations
5.2 per 10K residents
9
Used Car Dealers
2.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$980
2BR Fair Market Rent
$885
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$750 K deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 31
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-16% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.1 pts vs. national avg
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Walk: 13.5
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52402
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52338
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52227
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Walk: 13.4
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Walk: 13.0
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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