Remodelers Market: ZIP 17536
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17536 is an rural area. with a population of 3,680 and household incomes near the national median ($69,500).
Area Profile
3,680
Population
$69,500
Median Income
-7% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 37.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 17536.
3
Roofing Contractors
8.2 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,321
Median Gross Rent
$330 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Related Businesses
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-7% vs. $74,580
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19363
8.4 mi
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19310
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17563
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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