Remodelers Market: ZIP 69153
Opportunity Score
48
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 69153 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,968 and household incomes near the national median ($58,022). There are 4 remodelers operations in ZIP 69153.
Area Profile
5,968
Population
$58,022
Median Income
-22% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
8.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 48.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 69153.
4
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
6.7 per 10K residents
3
HVAC Contractors
5.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 69153 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$738
Median Gross Rent
$150 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$440 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Nebraska
- 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
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.9 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