New Car Dealers Market: ZIP 78407
Opportunity Score
38
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78407 is an urban area. with a population of 1,937 and household incomes near the national median ($53,909).
Area Profile
1,937
Population
$53,909
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 4.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,270
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,054
Median Gross Rent
$130 K
Median Home Value
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
78408
0.6 mi
Pop: 9,631
$43,096
Walk: 16.5
78405
2.4 mi
Pop: 14,442
$37,188
Walk: 15.2
78402
3.1 mi
Pop: 392
$53,102
78401
3.4 mi
Pop: 4,668
$37,796
78416
4.1 mi
Pop: 13,116
$44,726
Walk: 13.9
78404
4.3 mi
Pop: 13,607
$60,264
Walk: 15.1
78409
4.5 mi
Pop: 2,504
$62,813
Walk: 8.9
78417
5.0 mi
Pop: 4,462
$53,941
Walk: 8.3
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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