Remodelers Market: ZIP 19052
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19052 is an urban area. with a population of 617 and household incomes well above the national median ($137,083).
Area Profile
617
Population
$137,083
Median Income
+84% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 62.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,900
2BR Fair Market Rent
$350 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 $137,083. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+84% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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19014
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19063
2.8 mi
Pop: 38,206
$121,899
Walk: 11.4
19342
3.8 mi
Pop: 20,654
$136,647
Walk: 8.3
19015
4.3 mi
Pop: 16,590
$84,783
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19060
4.5 mi
Pop: 11,476
$174,756
19061
4.9 mi
Pop: 20,135
$77,249
Walk: 12.4
19086
5.2 mi
Pop: 12,835
$143,762
Walk: 12.2
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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