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Remodelers Market: ZIP 20147

Opportunity Score
86 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 20147 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 67,007 and household incomes well above the national median ($161,356). There are 25 remodelers operations in ZIP 20147.

Area Profile

67,007
Population
$161,356
Median Income
+116% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 45.4% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 20147.

25
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
3.7 per 10K residents
10
HVAC Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means: Remodelers are 71.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 20147 (25 vs. 10 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,480
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,394
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$1.8 M 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 $161,356. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Quick Facts

Area Type
Urban
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Remodelers
25
Related Businesses
10
Bank Branches
15

vs. National Average

Median Income
+116% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.1 pts vs. national avg

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Data sources

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