Remodelers Market: ZIP 35490
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35490 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,891 and household incomes above the national median ($77,406).
Area Profile
4,891
Population
$77,406
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 31.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 35490.
4
HVAC Contractors
8.2 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$736
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$23 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.6 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