Remodelers Market: ZIP 29638
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29638 is an urban area. with a population of 3,669 and household incomes near the national median ($65,071).
Area Profile
3,669
Population
$65,071
Median Income
-13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 43.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 15.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$858
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$15 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in South 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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-13% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
29654
6.7 mi
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Walk: 6.0
29639
7.5 mi
Pop: 1,917
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29653
8.3 mi
Pop: 3,894
$52,375
Walk: 5.6
29692
8.8 mi
Pop: 5,471
$42,533
Walk: 4.1
29620
13.9 mi
Pop: 12,116
$54,784
29627
14.5 mi
Pop: 16,518
$57,353
Walk: 7.2
29649
15.9 mi
Pop: 25,762
$56,268
Walk: 8.4
29384
17.2 mi
Pop: 3,440
$50,587
Walk: 3.4
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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