Remodelers Market: ZIP 04105
Opportunity Score
82
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 04105 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 12,557 and household incomes well above the national median ($131,833). There are 15 remodelers operations in ZIP 04105.
Area Profile
12,557
Population
$131,833
Median Income
+77% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 47.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 50.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 04105.
15
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
11.9 per 10K residents
8
HVAC Contractors
6.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 65.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 04105 (15 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,750
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,070
Median Gross Rent
$670 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$880 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Maine
- 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 $131,833. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 15
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+77% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
04103
3.2 mi
Pop: 31,705
$90,682
Walk: 13.9
04021
3.6 mi
Pop: 6,629
$145,833
04101
5.5 mi
Pop: 18,128
$60,726
Walk: 16.4
04092
5.7 mi
Pop: 20,484
$85,868
Walk: 12.1
04102
6.1 mi
Pop: 17,642
$79,631
Walk: 15.4
04109
6.5 mi
Pop: 188
Walk: 8.8
04110
6.6 mi
Pop: 1,917
$187,857
04106
7.6 mi
Pop: 26,966
$83,744
Walk: 13.9
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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