Remodelers Market: ZIP 38588
Opportunity Score
17
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38588 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,004 and household incomes below the national median ($41,220).
Area Profile
1,004
Population
$41,220
Median Income
-45% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
3.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 48.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 7.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$656
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Tennessee
- 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 $41,220. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-45% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
38562
8.2 mi
Pop: 6,586
$38,325
Walk: 5.4
37150
8.6 mi
Pop: 4,363
$33,627
38575
10.2 mi
Pop: 987
$58,125
Walk: 4.1
38564
13.2 mi
Pop: 435
$56,116
Walk: 2.5
37145
13.6 mi
Pop: 2,418
$65,125
38545
15.6 mi
Pop: 1,545
$59,375
Walk: 3.8
42140
16.0 mi
Pop: 1,261
$42,935
38568
17.8 mi
Pop: 1,989
$56,250
Walk: 4.2
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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