Remodelers Market: ZIP 28270
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28270 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 32,913 and household incomes well above the national median ($128,660). There are 16 remodelers operations in ZIP 28270.
Area Profile
32,913
Population
$128,660
Median Income
+73% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 47.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 28270.
16
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
4.9 per 10K residents
3
HVAC Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 84.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 28270 (16 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,662
Median Gross Rent
$540 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$650 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.
- The median income here is $128,660. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 16
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+73% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.5 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