Remodelers Market: ZIP 22027
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 22027 is an urban area. with a population of 1,781 and household incomes well above the national median ($250,001).
Area Profile
1,781
Population
$250,001
Median Income
+235% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 47.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 59.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,960
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1 M
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Virginia
- 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 $250,001. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+235% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
22043
1.8 mi
Pop: 25,658
$143,836
Walk: 11.1
22180
2.3 mi
Pop: 26,506
$181,467
Walk: 14.0
22042
2.9 mi
Pop: 34,631
$135,578
Walk: 13.1
22046
3.0 mi
Pop: 18,117
$175,446
Walk: 14.3
22031
3.6 mi
Pop: 36,586
$129,743
Walk: 13.1
22102
3.9 mi
Pop: 28,577
$153,816
Walk: 10.7
22213
4.2 mi
Pop: 4,063
$169,201
Walk: 13.9
22003
4.5 mi
Pop: 58,154
$134,109
Walk: 12.7
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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