Remodelers Market: ZIP 70085
Opportunity Score
45
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 70085 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,952 and household incomes below the national median ($49,940).
Area Profile
4,952
Population
$49,940
Median Income
-33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
2.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 33.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,100
Median Gross Rent
$150 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Louisiana
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-33% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
70092
11.0 mi
Pop: 6,784
$60,723
Walk: 5.4
70040
12.5 mi
Pop: 978
$78,194
70075
13.4 mi
Pop: 5,349
$69,537
Walk: 6.9
70131
15.0 mi
Pop: 25,460
$64,294
Walk: 11.9
70043
17.1 mi
Pop: 22,461
$57,065
Walk: 9.3
70032
18.7 mi
Pop: 4,436
$52,500
Walk: 9.8
70056
19.1 mi
Pop: 42,471
$61,831
Walk: 8.9
70037
20.3 mi
Pop: 16,792
$92,193
Walk: 6.8
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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