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Remodelers Market: ZIP 39079

Opportunity Score
18 / 100 Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 39079 is an urban area. with a population of 1,448 and household incomes below the national median ($16,719).

Area Profile

1,448
Population
$16,719
Median Income
-78% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 21.1 — young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 2.6% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$372
Median Gross Rent
$99 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$26 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.
  • Median income sits at $16,719. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits