New Car Dealers Market: ZIP 81401
Opportunity Score
45
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 81401 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,719 and household incomes near the national median ($63,541). There are 5 new car dealers operations in ZIP 81401.
Area Profile
23,719
Population
$63,541
Median Income
-15% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
4.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
New Car Dealers and related businesses in ZIP 81401.
5
New Car Dealers
Low competition — room to establish
2.1 per 10K residents
8
Gas Stations
3.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
New Car Dealers are 38.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 81401 (5 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,160
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,090
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$1.2 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- New Car Dealers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
-15% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.9 pts vs. national avg
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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