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Remodelers Market: ZIP 77461

Opportunity Score
82 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 77461 is an urban area. with a population of 12,397 and household incomes above the national median ($89,360).

Area Profile

12,397
Population
$89,360
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 36.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 77461.

8
HVAC Contractors
6.5 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
2.4 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,390
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,071
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$170 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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits