Remodelers Market: ZIP 19026
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19026 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 32,749 and household incomes above the national median ($89,079). There are 8 remodelers operations in ZIP 19026.
Area Profile
32,749
Population
$89,079
Median Income
+19% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 31.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 19026.
8
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
2.4 per 10K residents
11
HVAC Contractors
3.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 42.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 19026 (8 vs. 11 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,640
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,316
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$600 K deposits
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
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 11
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+19% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.1 pts vs. national avg
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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