Remodelers Market: ZIP 17020
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17020 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 8,625 and household incomes above the national median ($75,307).
Area Profile
8,625
Population
$75,307
Median Income
+1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 15.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,150
2BR Fair Market Rent
$875
Median Gross Rent
$220 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
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+1% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
17069
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17053
6.2 mi
Pop: 5,109
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Walk: 7.2
17074
8.6 mi
Pop: 7,075
$78,837
Walk: 6.1
17025
9.5 mi
Pop: 17,463
$89,750
17068
9.8 mi
Pop: 4,384
$82,917
17093
10.6 mi
Pop: 752
$73,823
Walk: 12.7
17050
11.5 mi
Pop: 42,547
$111,834
Walk: 8.0
17090
11.7 mi
Pop: 5,342
$84,083
Walk: 5.4
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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