Remodelers Market: ZIP 27545
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 27545 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 33,750 and household incomes above the national median ($85,400). There are 15 remodelers operations in ZIP 27545.
Area Profile
33,750
Population
$85,400
Median Income
+15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 27545.
15
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
4.4 per 10K residents
13
HVAC Contractors
3.9 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 48.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 27545 (15 vs. 16 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,750
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,560
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$440 K deposits
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 15
- Related Businesses
- 16
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+15% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.6 pts vs. national avg
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27604
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27591
6.5 mi
Pop: 26,745
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27616
7.0 mi
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27697
9.6 mi
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27571
9.8 mi
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27601
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27609
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Walk: 13.4
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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