Remodelers Market: ZIP 36544
Opportunity Score
49
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36544 is an urban area. with a population of 10,800 and household incomes near the national median ($56,405). There are 5 remodelers operations in ZIP 36544.
Area Profile
10,800
Population
$56,405
Median Income
-24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 43.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 6.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 36544.
5
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
4.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$757
Median Gross Rent
$120 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Remodelers
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-24% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
36568
3.4 mi
Pop: 13
36509
4.8 mi
Pop: 1,462
$34,963
36582
5.5 mi
Pop: 23,805
$61,498
Walk: 5.4
36541
7.3 mi
Pop: 16,353
$76,622
Walk: 4.4
36523
7.9 mi
Pop: 2,650
$57,988
36619
8.9 mi
Pop: 14,550
$60,939
Walk: 6.8
36695
11.2 mi
Pop: 52,923
$75,236
Walk: 7.5
36693
12.1 mi
Pop: 18,257
$69,580
Walk: 7.3
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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