Remodelers Market: ZIP 18642
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 18642 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,469 and household incomes near the national median ($61,587).
Area Profile
4,469
Population
$61,587
Median Income
-17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,150
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,122
Median Gross Rent
$150 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
-17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
18518
2.6 mi
Pop: 8,533
$73,258
Walk: 8.7
18641
3.4 mi
Pop: 6,385
$74,469
Walk: 8.4
18643
4.5 mi
Pop: 12,683
$61,685
Walk: 8.4
18640
4.7 mi
Pop: 16,418
$57,358
Walk: 9.3
18517
4.9 mi
Pop: 5,192
$70,996
18507
6.3 mi
Pop: 5,403
$73,958
18504
6.6 mi
Pop: 20,563
$52,542
Walk: 8.1
18411
7.3 mi
Pop: 23,076
$96,471
Walk: 9.8
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits