New Car Dealers Market: ZIP 78558
Opportunity Score
19
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78558 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 905 and household incomes below the national median ($46,313).
Area Profile
905
Population
$46,313
Median Income
-38% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
2.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$55 K
Median Home Value
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- 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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- Used EV margins are volatile. Battery degradation concerns suppress resale values unpredictably. Factor in extended warranty costs.
- Service revenue per EV is 30-40% lower than gas vehicles. Fewer parts, fewer oil changes. Your service department model needs adjusting.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-38% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78543
1.4 mi
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$47,657
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78599
5.8 mi
Pop: 35,400
$55,939
Walk: 7.9
78538
6.2 mi
Pop: 10,740
$38,904
78537
8.6 mi
Pop: 51,346
$36,331
Walk: 8.3
78562
9.2 mi
Pop: 3,146
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78542
10.7 mi
Pop: 86,111
$52,962
Walk: 7.7
78539
11.0 mi
Pop: 38,162
$64,864
Walk: 9.1
78570
11.4 mi
Pop: 33,596
$39,890
Walk: 5.9
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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