Remodelers Market: ZIP 38901
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38901 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 17,887 and household incomes below the national median ($46,956).
Area Profile
17,887
Population
$46,956
Median Income
-37% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 38901.
6
HVAC Contractors
3.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$811
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$590 K deposits
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
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-37% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.7 pts vs. national avg
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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