Remodelers Market: ZIP 38869
Opportunity Score
21
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38869 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 297 and household incomes near the national median ($61,563).
Area Profile
297
Population
$61,563
Median Income
-17% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
4.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 54.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 11.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$686
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
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
38826
3.8 mi
Pop: 5,711
$76,946
Walk: 5.1
38828
5.1 mi
Pop: 4,532
$54,507
38801
10.2 mi
Pop: 29,817
$63,447
Walk: 7.9
38866
10.8 mi
Pop: 11,714
$69,971
Walk: 4.5
38849
12.0 mi
Pop: 5,874
$72,018
Walk: 3.2
38804
12.4 mi
Pop: 16,920
$63,837
Walk: 10.0
38841
12.8 mi
Pop: 4,057
$54,684
Walk: 2.5
38879
14.0 mi
Pop: 37
Walk: 5.8
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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