Remodelers Market: ZIP 28902
Opportunity Score
32
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28902 is an rural area. with a population of 966 and household incomes near the national median ($65,769).
Area Profile
966
Population
$65,769
Median Income
-12% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 53.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 33.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$776
Median Gross Rent
$260 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
-12% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
28909
4.1 mi
Pop: 356
$87,604
30582
5.7 mi
Pop: 5,154
$65,122
Walk: 6.1
28905
9.7 mi
Pop: 3,316
$54,310
Walk: 3.4
30512
11.5 mi
Pop: 24,226
$65,815
Walk: 4.2
28906
13.1 mi
Pop: 19,712
$52,669
Walk: 2.8
28904
15.8 mi
Pop: 10,614
$53,785
28901
16.2 mi
Pop: 5,624
$39,299
30546
18.4 mi
Pop: 8,044
$58,180
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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