Remodelers Market: ZIP 36869
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36869 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 20,987 and household incomes near the national median ($50,341).
Area Profile
20,987
Population
$50,341
Median Income
-33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 36869.
4
HVAC Contractors
1.9 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$895
Median Gross Rent
$130 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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-33% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
36870
5.8 mi
Pop: 19,672
$69,652
Walk: 9.5
36867
6.1 mi
Pop: 22,441
$46,847
Walk: 9.1
31901
6.6 mi
Pop: 6,139
$47,316
Walk: 10.5
31903
7.6 mi
Pop: 19,521
$29,488
Walk: 7.3
31906
8.6 mi
Pop: 20,312
$41,913
Walk: 8.3
36875
9.9 mi
Pop: 3,909
$55,393
Walk: 3.6
31904
10.0 mi
Pop: 34,906
$65,625
Walk: 9.1
36877
10.9 mi
Pop: 12,878
$68,555
Walk: 5.4
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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