Remodelers Market: ZIP 23604
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 23604 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,768 and household incomes near the national median ($73,472).
Area Profile
4,768
Population
$73,472
Median Income
-1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 22.4 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 10.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,210
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,828
Median Gross Rent
1
Bank Branches
$64 K deposits
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-1% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
23608
4.0 mi
Pop: 43,841
$67,556
Walk: 9.9
23602
5.2 mi
Pop: 42,699
$72,487
Walk: 8.7
23603
5.3 mi
Pop: 3,428
$85,762
Walk: 7.2
23606
6.4 mi
Pop: 29,899
$69,921
Walk: 11.1
23304
8.6 mi
Pop: 11
23690
8.7 mi
Pop: 4,948
$102,417
Walk: 5.7
23430
9.5 mi
Pop: 19,057
$103,580
Walk: 7.1
23601
9.6 mi
Pop: 26,557
$71,345
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