Remodelers Market: ZIP 01749
Opportunity Score
81
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01749 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 19,959 and household incomes well above the national median ($107,202). There are 24 remodelers operations in ZIP 01749.
Area Profile
19,959
Population
$107,202
Median Income
+44% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 01749.
24
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
12.0 per 10K residents
12
HVAC Contractors
6.0 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 60.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 01749 (24 vs. 16 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,416
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Massachusetts
- 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.
- The median income here is $107,202. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 24
- Related Businesses
- 16
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+44% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
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01775
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01740
5.2 mi
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01772
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01503
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01754
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01719
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01745
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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