Remodelers Market: ZIP 36205
Opportunity Score
16
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36205 is an urban area. with a population of 1,233 and household incomes below the national median ($25,637).
Area Profile
1,233
Population
$25,637
Median Income
-66% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$900
2BR Fair Market Rent
$519
Median Gross Rent
$270 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 $25,637. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-66% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
36206
3.1 mi
Pop: 10,723
$55,256
36277
4.7 mi
Pop: 5,153
$65,096
Walk: 6.1
36207
5.8 mi
Pop: 19,251
$70,090
Walk: 6.6
36201
7.6 mi
Pop: 17,406
$33,754
Walk: 6.6
36250
8.6 mi
Pop: 4,132
$83,438
Walk: 4.8
36203
8.7 mi
Pop: 18,797
$65,920
Walk: 7.4
36265
10.2 mi
Pop: 21,891
$51,574
Walk: 7.7
36279
13.9 mi
Pop: 3,290
$56,839
Walk: 3.5
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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