Remodelers Market: ZIP 20136
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 20136 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 31,204 and household incomes well above the national median ($178,098). There are 14 remodelers operations in ZIP 20136.
Area Profile
31,204
Population
$178,098
Median Income
+139% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 34.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 20136.
14
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
4.5 per 10K residents
15
HVAC Contractors
4.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 48.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 20136 (14 vs. 15 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,090
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,872
Median Gross Rent
$590 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$330 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in District of Columbia
- 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 $178,098. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 15
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+139% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 pts vs. national avg
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20109
4.5 mi
Pop: 44,161
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20155
7.5 mi
Pop: 37,516
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20121
7.9 mi
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20111
8.1 mi
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20112
8.9 mi
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20119
9.4 mi
Pop: 3,543
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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