Remodelers Market: ZIP 38862
Opportunity Score
36
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38862 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 2,000 and household incomes near the national median ($51,688).
Area Profile
2,000
Population
$51,688
Median Income
-31% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
6.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 47.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$841
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Mississippi
- 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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-31% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
38879
6.4 mi
Pop: 37
Walk: 5.8
38858
8.1 mi
Pop: 6,279
$60,852
Walk: 3.1
38804
8.5 mi
Pop: 16,920
$63,837
Walk: 10.0
38857
8.5 mi
Pop: 4,403
$102,571
38868
8.8 mi
Pop: 4,700
$52,985
Walk: 3.7
38801
11.1 mi
Pop: 29,817
$63,447
Walk: 7.9
38855
14.3 mi
Pop: 5,298
$76,000
38866
14.3 mi
Pop: 11,714
$69,971
Walk: 4.5
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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