Remodelers Market: ZIP 25537
Opportunity Score
38
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 25537 is an urban area. with a population of 1,553 and household incomes near the national median ($62,292).
Area Profile
1,553
Population
$62,292
Median Income
-16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 45.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$880
2BR Fair Market Rent
$749
Median Gross Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in West 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-16% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
45669
5.8 mi
Pop: 10,085
$65,824
Walk: 6.1
25545
6.4 mi
Pop: 5,005
$89,712
Walk: 4.8
25702
7.2 mi
Pop: 7,164
$39,225
Walk: 5.1
25520
7.4 mi
Pop: 1,164
$65,881
45623
7.5 mi
Pop: 3,381
$63,854
45678
8.6 mi
Pop: 1,196
$57,361
Walk: 3.4
25705
10.4 mi
Pop: 20,668
$60,608
Walk: 8.4
25504
10.9 mi
Pop: 12,197
$59,577
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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