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Home ZIP 19707

Remodelers Market: ZIP 19707

Opportunity Score
88 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 19707 is an urban area. with a population of 17,366 and household incomes well above the national median ($172,161). There are 16 remodelers operations in ZIP 19707.

Area Profile

17,366
Population
$172,161
Median Income
+131% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 44.6 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 45.0% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 19707.

16
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
9.2 per 10K residents
8
HVAC Contractors
4.6 per 10K residents
What this means: Remodelers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 19707 (16 vs. 8 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,230
Median Gross Rent
$530 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$1 M deposits

Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Delaware

  • 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 $172,161. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits