Remodelers Market: ZIP 59840
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 59840 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,775 and household incomes near the national median ($64,493). There are 18 remodelers operations in ZIP 59840.
Area Profile
14,775
Population
$64,493
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 49.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 25.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 59840.
18
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
12.2 per 10K residents
9
HVAC Contractors
6.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 59840 (18 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,180
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,054
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$690 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Montana
- 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
- Remodelers
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.2 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