Remodelers Market: ZIP 39140
Opportunity Score
44
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 39140 is an rural area. with a population of 2,497 and household incomes near the national median ($52,031).
Area Profile
2,497
Population
$52,031
Median Income
-30% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 37.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$911
Median Gross Rent
$110 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
-30% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
39149
5.7 mi
Pop: 1,080
$51,875
39663
10.7 mi
Pop: 2,405
$39,911
Walk: 3.0
39474
14.5 mi
Pop: 6,128
$32,243
Walk: 4.5
39078
14.6 mi
Pop: 1,050
$60,526
39082
15.0 mi
Pop: 1,025
$54,769
39665
15.3 mi
Pop: 1,048
$35,099
Walk: 4.3
39654
16.9 mi
Pop: 4,589
$41,053
39114
19.4 mi
Pop: 10,553
$60,486
Walk: 7.1
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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