Remodelers Market: ZIP 14904
Opportunity Score
47
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14904 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,276 and household incomes near the national median ($54,563). There are 4 remodelers operations in ZIP 14904.
Area Profile
14,276
Population
$54,563
Median Income
-27% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 12.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 14904.
4
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
2.8 per 10K residents
6
HVAC Contractors
4.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 40.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 14904 (4 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,270
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,005
Median Gross Rent
$87 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$120 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
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-27% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.5 pts vs. national avg
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14901
4.7 mi
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Walk: 6.5
14903
5.8 mi
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14871
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16925
8.5 mi
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14861
8.5 mi
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Walk: 8.6
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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