Remodelers Market: ZIP 78154
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78154 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 40,898 and household incomes above the national median ($97,465). There are 10 remodelers operations in ZIP 78154.
Area Profile
40,898
Population
$97,465
Median Income
+31% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78154.
10
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
2.4 per 10K residents
23
HVAC Contractors
5.6 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 25.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 78154 (10 vs. 29 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,920
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,664
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$1.4 M 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 10
- Related Businesses
- 29
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+31% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78150
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78148
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78108
3.5 mi
Pop: 48,458
$117,304
Walk: 5.3
78109
5.2 mi
Pop: 56,372
$87,635
Walk: 10.5
78233
7.0 mi
Pop: 47,659
$73,729
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78239
7.2 mi
Pop: 29,855
$71,455
Walk: 10.6
78244
7.8 mi
Pop: 37,861
$67,789
Walk: 9.6
78124
8.0 mi
Pop: 6,907
$82,534
Walk: 5.4
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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