Remodelers Market: ZIP 35550
Opportunity Score
48
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35550 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,053 and household incomes below the national median ($42,975).
Area Profile
5,053
Population
$42,975
Median Income
-42% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
5.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 5.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$780
2BR Fair Market Rent
$636
Median Gross Rent
$85 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.
- Median income sits at $42,975. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-42% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
35584
7.1 mi
Pop: 281
$25,357
35130
7.9 mi
Pop: 3,239
$37,692
Walk: 4.7
35148
8.0 mi
Pop: 2,270
$56,115
35580
8.2 mi
Pop: 3,526
$56,667
Walk: 5.1
35062
10.0 mi
Pop: 8,674
$68,395
35504
10.3 mi
Pop: 13,505
$71,521
Walk: 7.3
35501
10.8 mi
Pop: 10,032
$44,918
Walk: 8.5
35063
10.9 mi
Pop: 3,751
$68,014
Walk: 2.3
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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