New Car Dealers Market: ZIP 99654
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 99654 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 44,420 and household incomes above the national median ($93,739). There are 3 new car dealers operations in ZIP 99654.
Area Profile
44,420
Population
$93,739
Median Income
+26% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
New Car Dealers and related businesses in ZIP 99654.
3
New Car Dealers
Low competition — room to establish
0.7 per 10K residents
5
Gas Stations
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
New Car Dealers are 37.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 99654 (3 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,370
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,233
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$650 K deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- New Car Dealers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+26% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.7 pts vs. national avg
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits