Remodelers Market: ZIP 28443
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28443 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 27,203 and household incomes above the national median ($89,392). There are 25 remodelers operations in ZIP 28443.
Area Profile
27,203
Population
$89,392
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 27.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 28443.
25
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
9.2 per 10K residents
20
HVAC Contractors
7.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 28443 (25 vs. 20 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,372
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$320 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
- 25
- Related Businesses
- 20
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.5 pts vs. national avg
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28454
13.3 mi
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28411
14.2 mi
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$94,200
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28425
15.3 mi
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28429
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28460
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19.3 mi
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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