Remodelers Market: ZIP 22656
Opportunity Score
59
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 22656 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,162 and household incomes well above the national median ($110,903). There are 6 remodelers operations in ZIP 22656.
Area Profile
5,162
Population
$110,903
Median Income
+49% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 33.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 22656.
6
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
11.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,310
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,185
Median Gross Rent
$410 K
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 $110,903. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+49% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
22624
2.9 mi
Pop: 3,193
$90,117
Walk: 4.0
22601
6.0 mi
Pop: 29,385
$66,542
Walk: 9.7
25413
7.0 mi
Pop: 8,964
$95,000
22603
8.4 mi
Pop: 17,748
$79,260
Walk: 5.7
22611
8.8 mi
Pop: 9,292
$117,525
25446
10.0 mi
Pop: 1,477
$130,278
Walk: 4.0
22646
10.7 mi
Pop: 0
25420
11.2 mi
Pop: 5,086
$96,020
Walk: 4.2
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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