Remodelers Market: ZIP 57248
Opportunity Score
43
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 57248 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,150 and household incomes above the national median ($92,625).
Area Profile
1,150
Population
$92,625
Median Income
+24% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
6.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 57248.
5
HVAC Contractors
43.5 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$956
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$31 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in South Dakota
- 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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+24% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.1 pts vs. national avg
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits