Remodelers Market: ZIP 01940
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01940 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,183 and household incomes well above the national median ($171,044). There are 14 remodelers operations in ZIP 01940.
Area Profile
13,183
Population
$171,044
Median Income
+129% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 41.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 01940.
14
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
10.6 per 10K residents
6
HVAC Contractors
4.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 70.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 01940 (14 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,890
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,333
Median Gross Rent
$890 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$840 K 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 $171,044. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+129% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 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