Remodelers Market: ZIP 35653
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35653 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 11,005 and household incomes near the national median ($52,454).
Area Profile
11,005
Population
$52,454
Median Income
-30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 35653.
3
HVAC Contractors
2.7 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
2.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$850
2BR Fair Market Rent
$733
Median Gross Rent
$120 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$520 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
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-30% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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Walk: 5.1
35571
12.6 mi
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$32,917
Walk: 6.3
35581
15.9 mi
Pop: 6,271
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Walk: 3.5
35582
16.3 mi
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35654
17.0 mi
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Walk: 5.9
35616
17.8 mi
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Pop: 1,522
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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