Remodelers Market: ZIP 70802
Opportunity Score
49
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 70802 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,964 and household incomes below the national median ($34,082).
Area Profile
23,964
Population
$34,082
Median Income
-54% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 31.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 13.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 70802.
3
HVAC Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,150
2BR Fair Market Rent
$935
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$610 K deposits
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.
- Median income sits at $34,082. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-54% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
70801
0.8 mi
Pop: 243
$112,787
70825
1.0 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 10.0
70803
2.4 mi
Pop: 3,448
70805
3.2 mi
Pop: 24,145
$26,301
Walk: 7.7
70806
3.5 mi
Pop: 28,551
$53,430
Walk: 8.5
70808
3.8 mi
Pop: 36,513
$69,078
Walk: 8.4
70812
5.8 mi
Pop: 11,124
$41,402
Walk: 6.4
70820
5.8 mi
Pop: 22,397
$47,556
Walk: 6.4
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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