Remodelers Market: ZIP 35504
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35504 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,505 and household incomes near the national median ($71,521).
Area Profile
13,505
Population
$71,521
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 35504.
8
HVAC Contractors
5.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$780
2BR Fair Market Rent
$809
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
35584
7.7 mi
Pop: 281
$25,357
35503
9.7 mi
Pop: 9,601
$58,397
35501
10.0 mi
Pop: 10,032
$44,918
Walk: 8.5
35550
10.3 mi
Pop: 5,053
$42,975
Walk: 5.8
35033
11.2 mi
Pop: 3,237
$51,071
35063
11.6 mi
Pop: 3,751
$68,014
Walk: 2.3
35148
12.9 mi
Pop: 2,270
$56,115
35541
12.9 mi
Pop: 4,125
$45,268
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