Remodelers Market: ZIP 19468
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19468 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 28,050 and household incomes well above the national median ($106,261). There are 12 remodelers operations in ZIP 19468.
Area Profile
28,050
Population
$106,261
Median Income
+42% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 33.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 19468.
12
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
4.3 per 10K residents
7
HVAC Contractors
2.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 63.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 19468 (12 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,688
Median Gross Rent
$380 K
Median Home Value
13
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 $106,261. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
+42% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.4 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