Remodelers Market: ZIP 36116
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36116 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 44,369 and household incomes near the national median ($53,973).
Area Profile
44,369
Population
$53,973
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 36116.
4
HVAC Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,056
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$1 M 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
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.6 pts vs. national avg
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36106
6.2 mi
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36109
8.0 mi
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36117
8.8 mi
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36107
8.8 mi
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36130
9.2 mi
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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