Remodelers Market: ZIP 19382
Opportunity Score
87
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19382 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 53,035 and household incomes well above the national median ($126,159). There are 30 remodelers operations in ZIP 19382.
Area Profile
53,035
Population
$126,159
Median Income
+69% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 45.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 19382.
30
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
5.7 per 10K residents
27
HVAC Contractors
5.1 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 49.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 19382 (30 vs. 31 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,070
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,788
Median Gross Rent
$540 K
Median Home Value
17
Bank Branches
$2.2 M 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.
- The median income here is $126,159. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 30
- Related Businesses
- 31
- Bank Branches
- 17
vs. National Average
Median Income
+69% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.5 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