Remodelers Market: ZIP 78108
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78108 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 48,458 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,304). There are 6 remodelers operations in ZIP 78108.
Area Profile
48,458
Population
$117,304
Median Income
+57% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 24.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78108.
6
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
1.2 per 10K residents
10
HVAC Contractors
2.1 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 28.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 78108 (6 vs. 15 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,250
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,052
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$57 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 $117,304. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 15
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+57% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.3 pts vs. national avg
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78148
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78152
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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