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Remodelers Market: ZIP 77386

Opportunity Score
86 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 77386 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 69,549 and household incomes well above the national median ($130,094). There are 25 remodelers operations in ZIP 77386.

Area Profile

69,549
Population
$130,094
Median Income
+74% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.5/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 33.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 29.8% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 77386.

25
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
3.6 per 10K residents
29
HVAC Contractors
4.2 per 10K residents
10
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means: Remodelers are 39.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 77386 (25 vs. 39 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,878
Median Gross Rent
$350 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$650 K deposits

Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Texas

  • 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.
  • The median income here is $130,094. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Quick Facts

Area Type
Urban
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Remodelers
25
Related Businesses
39
Bank Branches
10

vs. National Average

Median Income
+74% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.0 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