Remodelers Market: ZIP 11717
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11717 is an urban area with low foot traffic. There are 45 remodelers operations in ZIP 11717.
Area Profile
Urban
Area Type
8.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 11717.
45
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
14
HVAC Contractors
5
Roofing Contractors
What this means:
Remodelers are 70.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 11717 (45 vs. 19 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,260
2BR Fair Market Rent
3
Bank Branches
$220 K deposits
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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 45
- Related Businesses
- 19
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Walkability
-2.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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11722
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11725
4.4 mi
Pop: 29,050
$168,324
Walk: 8.0
11751
4.5 mi
Pop: 13,152
$116,328
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11718
4.7 mi
Pop: 3,185
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Walk: 10.0
11706
5.1 mi
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11729
5.3 mi
Pop: 26,647
$138,350
Walk: 9.1
11787
5.5 mi
Pop: 34,656
$141,505
Walk: 8.3
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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