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Remodelers Market: ZIP 39501

Opportunity Score
51 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 39501 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,178 and household incomes below the national median ($33,491).

Area Profile

23,178
Population
$33,491
Median Income
-55% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$1,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$962
Median Gross Rent
$120 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.8 M 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 $33,491. 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