Remodelers Market: ZIP 31649
Opportunity Score
35
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 31649 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 940 and household incomes above the national median ($91,141).
Area Profile
940
Population
$91,141
Median Income
+22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
2.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,068
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Georgia
- 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
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
31641
5.7 mi
Pop: 1,765
$46,500
Walk: 2.9
31630
10.7 mi
Pop: 733
$26,667
31635
11.1 mi
Pop: 6,978
$43,815
31699
12.6 mi
Pop: 693
Walk: 5.0
31605
14.4 mi
Pop: 24,280
$73,991
Walk: 6.4
31606
15.1 mi
Pop: 3,391
$43,411
31636
15.9 mi
Pop: 11,184
$64,340
Walk: 4.9
31645
16.4 mi
Pop: 4,971
$71,429
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