Remodelers Market: ZIP 23693
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 23693 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,208 and household incomes well above the national median ($116,528). There are 11 remodelers operations in ZIP 23693.
Area Profile
23,208
Population
$116,528
Median Income
+56% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.5/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 39.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 23693.
11
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
4.7 per 10K residents
5
HVAC Contractors
2.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 68.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 23693 (11 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,741
Median Gross Rent
$470 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$280 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.
- The median income here is $116,528. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 11
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+56% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.0 pts vs. national avg
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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