Remodelers Market: ZIP 16877
Opportunity Score
37
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 16877 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,505 and household incomes above the national median ($79,353).
Area Profile
1,505
Population
$79,353
Median Income
+6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 54.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 21.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,048
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Pennsylvania
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
+6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
16683
4.8 mi
Pop: 346
$85,000
16870
4.9 mi
Pop: 7,386
$118,243
Walk: 5.3
16865
7.8 mi
Pop: 1,657
$76,389
16611
11.3 mi
Pop: 2,694
$69,167
16866
11.4 mi
Pop: 8,924
$48,580
Walk: 8.0
16868
12.2 mi
Pop: 1,174
$160,747
16669
12.3 mi
Pop: 2,104
$72,813
Walk: 5.1
16686
12.7 mi
Pop: 13,000
$65,641
Walk: 7.6
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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