Remodelers Market: ZIP 18923
Opportunity Score
34
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 18923 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,317 and household incomes above the national median ($76,469). There are 4 remodelers operations in ZIP 18923.
Area Profile
1,317
Population
$76,469
Median Income
+3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 37.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 18923.
4
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
30.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,700
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,259
Median Gross Rent
$410 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
- Remodelers
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+3% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
18917
2.5 mi
Pop: 2,176
$75,000
Walk: 9.2
18901
3.5 mi
Pop: 28,477
$115,425
Walk: 15.2
18902
4.8 mi
Pop: 22,648
$164,482
Walk: 6.1
18944
5.3 mi
Pop: 27,405
$133,131
Walk: 7.3
18914
5.4 mi
Pop: 21,371
$148,286
Walk: 11.0
18927
5.5 mi
Pop: 311
$250,001
18947
5.8 mi
Pop: 6,676
$136,615
Walk: 7.4
18962
7.2 mi
Pop: 450
$91,464
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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