Remodelers Market: ZIP 18925
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 18925 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 6,650 and household incomes well above the national median ($207,926).
Area Profile
6,650
Population
$207,926
Median Income
+179% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 44.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,700
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,667
Median Gross Rent
$670 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.
- The median income here is $207,926. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+179% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
18929
2.1 mi
Pop: 9,736
$174,606
18912
2.2 mi
Pop: 250
$223,182
18980
3.7 mi
Pop: 84
$78,917
Walk: 8.0
18946
4.0 mi
Pop: 629
$183,750
Walk: 7.1
18974
4.6 mi
Pop: 42,984
$99,724
Walk: 8.0
18902
5.4 mi
Pop: 22,648
$164,482
Walk: 6.1
18976
6.1 mi
Pop: 21,942
$119,237
Walk: 9.8
18913
6.1 mi
Pop: 317
$180,250
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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