Remodelers Market: ZIP 00653
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 00653 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 8,665 and household incomes below the national median ($15,225).
Area Profile
8,665
Population
$15,225
Median Income
-80% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
4.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 11.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$326
Median Gross Rent
$80 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in ZIP 00653
- Get your contractor's license and insurance before your first job. Operating without them is illegal in most states and one lawsuit ends you.
- Kitchen and bathroom remodels have the highest margins. Whole-home renovations sound bigger but the complexity eats your profit.
- Your first 10 jobs come from personal network and referrals. Don't spend on ads until you have 5-star reviews to back them up.
- Material costs swing 15-30% year over year. Quote projects with current supplier pricing, not last year's numbers.
- Median income sits at $15,225. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-80% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
00647
3.6 mi
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00698
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00637
7.1 mi
Pop: 22,884
$20,665
Walk: 4.3
00656
8.5 mi
Pop: 17,815
$21,511
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00667
9.3 mi
Pop: 23,116
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00606
11.9 mi
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00683
12.5 mi
Pop: 29,431
$18,231
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00624
13.2 mi
Pop: 21,374
$21,091
Walk: 3.5
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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