Remodelers Market: ZIP 36201
Opportunity Score
45
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36201 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 17,406 and household incomes below the national median ($33,754).
Area Profile
17,406
Population
$33,754
Median Income
-55% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 4.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 36201.
7
HVAC Contractors
4.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$830
2BR Fair Market Rent
$709
Median Gross Rent
$76 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.1 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.
- Median income sits at $33,754. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-55% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.9 pts vs. national avg
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36250
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36260
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36277
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36268
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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