Remodelers Market: ZIP 28555
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28555 is an urban area. with a population of 5,893 and household incomes near the national median ($71,250).
Area Profile
5,893
Population
$71,250
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$950
Median Gross Rent
$150 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-4% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
28573
8.5 mi
Pop: 1,808
$57,188
Walk: 5.4
28546
10.2 mi
Pop: 48,122
$60,552
Walk: 6.9
28582
10.7 mi
Pop: 1,504
$74,867
Walk: 3.1
28539
12.0 mi
Pop: 17,900
$61,280
28544
12.2 mi
Pop: 4,260
$49,449
Walk: 5.4
28543
13.8 mi
Pop: 6,341
$43,680
28584
14.2 mi
Pop: 14,668
$81,574
Walk: 4.9
28562
17.0 mi
Pop: 38,838
$74,620
Walk: 8.2
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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