Remodelers Market: ZIP 35136
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35136 is an rural area. with a population of 1,999 and household incomes near the national median ($57,721).
Area Profile
1,999
Population
$57,721
Median Income
-23% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 48.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$391
Median Gross Rent
$150 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$20 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Alabama
- 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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-23% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
35183
10.0 mi
Pop: 984
$63,438
Walk: 3.1
36080
11.5 mi
Pop: 2,676
$71,022
36026
12.9 mi
Pop: 1,290
$99,737
35089
14.9 mi
Pop: 1,901
$60,879
Walk: 5.2
35046
17.0 mi
Pop: 5,229
$67,813
Walk: 4.5
36091
18.4 mi
Pop: 3,707
$60,940
Walk: 3.4
36051
18.7 mi
Pop: 2,899
$57,485
35072
21.2 mi
Pop: 4,725
$51,801
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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