Remodelers Market: ZIP 19422
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19422 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 20,068 and household incomes well above the national median ($153,344). There are 5 remodelers operations in ZIP 19422.
Area Profile
20,068
Population
$153,344
Median Income
+106% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 43.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 51.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 19422.
5
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
2.5 per 10K residents
5
HVAC Contractors
2.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 19422 (5 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,640
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,151
Median Gross Rent
$570 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$1.4 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 $153,344. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+106% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.5 pts vs. national avg
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Walk: 12.4
19477
3.6 mi
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Walk: 8.1
19436
3.8 mi
Pop: 544
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19401
4.0 mi
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19002
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19034
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5.1 mi
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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