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Remodelers Market: ZIP 34638

Opportunity Score
65 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 34638 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 35,900 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,931). There are 9 remodelers operations in ZIP 34638.

Area Profile

35,900
Population
$117,931
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.9% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 34638.

9
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
2.5 per 10K residents
13
HVAC Contractors
3.6 per 10K residents
What this means: Remodelers are 40.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 34638 (9 vs. 13 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,940
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,204
Median Gross Rent
$380 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$73 K deposits

Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Florida

  • 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.
  • The median income here is $117,931. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Quick Facts

Area Type
Urban
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Remodelers
9
Related Businesses
13
Bank Branches
1

vs. National Average

Median Income
+58% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.9 pts vs. national avg

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Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits