Remodelers Market: ZIP 11549
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11549 is an urban area.
Area Profile
2,420
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 20.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 2.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in New York
- 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
Nearby Markets
11556
1.1 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 15.8
11553
1.1 mi
Pop: 28,344
$105,994
Walk: 14.5
11550
1.9 mi
Pop: 60,658
$86,904
Walk: 15.2
11514
2.3 mi
Pop: 4,421
$136,125
Walk: 17.0
11530
2.6 mi
Pop: 28,041
$202,841
Walk: 14.3
11554
2.8 mi
Pop: 35,806
$128,770
Walk: 14.8
11575
2.9 mi
Pop: 19,430
$133,534
Walk: 14.0
11590
3.0 mi
Pop: 48,243
$149,250
Walk: 14.1
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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