Remodelers Market: ZIP 29687
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29687 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 43,577 and household incomes near the national median ($73,379). There are 22 remodelers operations in ZIP 29687.
Area Profile
43,577
Population
$73,379
Median Income
-2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 29687.
22
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
5.0 per 10K residents
17
HVAC Contractors
3.9 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 48.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 29687 (22 vs. 23 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,330
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,170
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$570 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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 22
- Related Businesses
- 23
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.3 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