Remodelers Market: ZIP 11789
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11789 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 7,447 and household incomes well above the national median ($140,665). There are 3 remodelers operations in ZIP 11789.
Area Profile
7,447
Population
$140,665
Median Income
+89% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 32.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 11789.
3
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
4.0 per 10K residents
4
HVAC Contractors
5.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 42.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 11789 (3 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,740
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,787
Median Gross Rent
$380 K
Median Home Value
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.
- The median income here is $140,665. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+89% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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11778
2.5 mi
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$119,656
Walk: 8.3
11766
3.6 mi
Pop: 11,481
$157,564
Walk: 7.1
11953
5.0 mi
Pop: 13,383
$92,049
Walk: 6.9
11786
5.7 mi
Pop: 6,348
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11776
6.1 mi
Pop: 23,629
$119,480
Walk: 6.9
11727
6.1 mi
Pop: 29,393
$101,515
Walk: 6.8
11777
6.6 mi
Pop: 9,347
$148,519
Walk: 8.4
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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