Remodelers Market: ZIP 02301
Opportunity Score
78
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02301 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 68,608 and household incomes near the national median ($72,727). There are 28 remodelers operations in ZIP 02301.
Area Profile
68,608
Population
$72,727
Median Income
-2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 13.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 02301.
28
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
4.1 per 10K residents
9
HVAC Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 02301 (28 vs. 14 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,020
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,566
Median Gross Rent
$410 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$2.8 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 28
- Related Businesses
- 14
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
-2% 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