Remodelers Market: ZIP 27311
Opportunity Score
50
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 27311 is an suburban area. with a population of 3,656 and household incomes below the national median ($35,473).
Area Profile
3,656
Population
$35,473
Median Income
-52% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 5.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$613
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in North Carolina
- 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.
- Median income sits at $35,473. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-52% vs. $74,580
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24540
11.1 mi
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27379
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27212
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24069
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Walk: 5.6
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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