Remodelers Market: ZIP 12828
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 12828 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 9,775 and household incomes above the national median ($77,776).
Area Profile
9,775
Population
$77,776
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,360
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,147
Median Gross Rent
$210 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$65 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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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12809
6.1 mi
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12839
6.9 mi
Pop: 13,618
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Walk: 8.6
12801
7.1 mi
Pop: 14,689
$70,019
Walk: 10.1
12831
10.0 mi
Pop: 17,834
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12804
10.2 mi
Pop: 28,175
$90,074
Walk: 6.8
12834
11.4 mi
Pop: 6,137
$82,931
Walk: 3.9
12823
11.6 mi
Pop: 682
$114,450
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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